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Averages for Holguin in July

The sun continues to shine in Holguin with an average of 10 hours of sunshine per day. The average daily temperature is 27⁰ C and while it can get as high as 31⁰ C you would hope it would get to a cooler 23⁰ C. A must-see in Holguin is the Aldea Taina where you can take a historic hike with a tour guide to watch Indian performances such as tribal dances and curing ceremony. A visit to Campina also entails a visit to the farm, mini zoo and a grave site in the area. The tour would cost about £24 per person.
           

The Seboruco Headland (Farallon de Seboruco) in Mayari, Holguin is a National Monument where archaeological findings can be found of dwellings of ancient nomadic people. Seboruco Headland is found in the northeastern part of Holguin province. The dating of the human bones found in the area shows that they are over 5,000 years old. Bones of extinct mammals, knives and cave drawings were also found. It is believed that these nomadic people migrated from Florida to the Bahamas probably during the glaciations of Wisconsin.
           

Satisfy your taste buds by exploring the different restaurants in Holguin. The Hacienda Compay Gallo offers its specialty chicken compay gallo along with other cuisines. This restaurant also provides live performances. The Restaurante Polinesio is located in the 12th floor of the highest building in Holguin. Sample their food as you take in a breathtaking view of the city In El Pequines try the costilla de cerdo ahumada or smoked pig rib. The name alone makes you curious enough to want to try it.
           

For your accommodations try some of the bed and breakfast inns in the area like the Villa La Roca. This inn is located close to the beach in downtown Guardalavaca. It has a private taxi available for rental at moderate rates.