La Luz, Cuba facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Luz, Cuba
La Luz
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Village
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Railway stop in La Luz of the Ramal Cifuentes-Camajuaní railway
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Map of La Luz (red) in Luis Arcos Bergnes (orange) in Camajuani.
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 La Luz, Cuba
Location in Cuba
La Luz, Cuba
Location in Villa Clara Province
La Luz, Cuba
Location in Camajuaní
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| Country | Cuba |
| Province | Villa Clara |
| Municipality | Camajuaní |
| Ward | Luis Arcos Bergnes |
| First Settled | 1703 |
| Elevation | 59 m (194 ft) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 733 |
| Postal code |
52500
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La Luz is a small village in Cuba. It is home to about 733 people. The village is part of a larger area called Luis Arcos Bergnes. This area is located in the Camajuaní region of Villa Clara Province.
La Luz is close to several other towns. These include El Cubano (also known as La Flora), Carmita, Vega Alta, San Juan, Guerrero, and Canoa. The village sits about 7 meters (23 feet) above sea level.
Learning in La Luz
La Luz has one school for kids. It is called Delfín Sen Cedré Primary.
Economy and Jobs
The economy in La Luz is mostly about farming. There are many farms and plantations nearby. For example, there is a garlic plantation. Also, there are farming groups like UBPC “Máximo Gómez” and CCS “Antonio Maceo”.
Even though La Luz is not a big center for jobs, people still live and work there.
Sports and Fun
The village has a sports club. It is called Peña CCS Orestes Acosta. This club gives people a place to play sports and have fun.
History of La Luz
La Luz has a long history. It was first settled in 1703. A long time ago, La Luz was part of a bigger area called Vega Alta. This was in the old municipality of Vueltas. Back then, La Luz was known as "Finca Luz," which means "Luz Farm."
Images for kids
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UBPC Máximo Gómez Báez is a farming group in La Luz.
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CCS Antonio Maceo is another farming group in the Camajuaní area.
