Pico Turquino

mountain

Pico Turquino is a mountain in the Sierra Maestra Mountain Range in eastern Cuba. It is the highest point in the country. It was first climbed in February 1915 and it was made a national park by the Cuban government.

Pico Turquino
Pico Turquino is located in Cuba
Pico Turquino
Pico Turquino
Highest point
Elevation1,974 m (6,476 ft)
Prominence1,974 m (6,476 ft)
Listing
Coordinates19°59′22″N 76°50′09″W / 19.98944°N 76.83583°W / 19.98944; -76.83583
Naming
English translationTurquino Peak
Language of nameSpanish
Geography
LocationCuba
Parent rangeSierra Maestra