Sierra Maestra
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For the Cuban band, see Sierra Maestra (band). For the Cuban newspaper, see Sierra Maestra (newspaper).
The Sierra Maestra is a mountain range that runs westward across the south of the old Oriente Province in southeast Cuba, rising abruptly from the coast. The range falls mainly within the Santiago de Cuba and in Granma Provinces.[1] Some view it as a series of connecting ranges (Vela, Santa Catalina, Quemado Grande, Daña Mariana),[2] which join with others to the west.[3][4][5][6][7] At 1,974 m (6,476 ft), Pico Turquino is the range's – and the country's – highest point. The area is rich in minerals, especially copper, manganese, chromium, and iron.
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Sierra Maestra | |
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Highest point | |
Peak | Pico Turquino |
Elevation | 1,974 m (6,476 ft) |
Coordinates | 19°59′22″N 76°50′09″W |
Dimensions | |
Length | 240 km (150 mi) |
Width | 30 km (19 mi) |
Geography | |
Country | Cuba |
Provinces | Granma and Santiago de Cuba |
Range coordinates | 20°0′0″N 76°45′0″W |
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