Cienfuegos Province Facts for Kids

Cienfuegos is one of the provinces in Cuba. Its name means "one hundred fires" in Spanish. The main city of the province is also called Cienfuegos. It was started by French settlers in 1819.

Cienfuegos is the smallest province in Cuba. It covers about 4,180 square kilometers (about 1,614 square miles). Around 395,000 people live there. This means there are about 94 people living in each square kilometer.

About Cienfuegos Province
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About Cienfuegos Province

Cienfuegos is a special place in Cuba. It is known for its beautiful nature and important industries. The province plays a big role in Cuba's economy.

What Makes Cienfuegos Special?

Growing and processing sugar is very important to the economy of Cienfuegos. You can find many sugar mills and sugarcane farms all over the province. This industry provides many jobs for the people living there.

Cienfuegos is also a great place for scuba diving. There are many amazing underwater caves to explore. More than 50 different spots are perfect for diving. If you love nature, you will also find beautiful waterfalls in the mountains of the province.

A Look at History

Long ago, the provinces of Cienfuegos, Sancti Spíritus, and Villa Clara were all part of one bigger province. That province was called Santa Clara. But the Santa Clara province does not exist anymore. Today, Cienfuegos is its own separate province.

Cities and Towns in Cienfuegos

The Cienfuegos province is made up of several important cities and towns. These smaller areas are called municipalities. Each one has its own unique features and communities.