Investment Opportunities in Cuba: Discover the Potential of the San Diego de los Baños Thermal Center
The thermal waters of San Diego de los Baños are sulfate-calcium type, rich in magnesium and sulfur, with temperatures ranging between 35 and 40 degrees Celsius, coming from three natural springs.
22 January, 2025 by
Investment Opportunities in Cuba: Discover the Potential of the San Diego de los Baños Thermal Center
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Foreign direct investment in Cuba has become a source for the country's development, and one of the most prioritized sectors is tourism, especially health tourism. In this context, thermal centers emerge as a unique opportunity for investors interested in the growing health market on the island.

The San Diego de los Baños Thermal Center, the oldest in Cuba, stands out in this landscape. Located in the municipality of Los Palacios, in the province of Pinar del Río, 130 km west of Havana, this institution has a rich history dating back to 1632, when its medicinal waters, surrounded by miraculous legends, were discovered.

San Diego de los Baños gained international notoriety in the 19th century, attracting celebrities such as the scientist Alexander von Humboldt, Napoleon Bonaparte's personal physician, the politician Winston Churchill, and renowned artists like Édith Piaf and Frank Sinatra. In 1891, the first permanent natural bath was established, and in the mid-19th century, the thermal, mineral-medicinal, and peloid water facility was built, which included 8 artificial pools and 24 bathtubs, receiving thousands of tourists annually.

The thermal waters of San Diego de los Baños are sulfate-calcium type, rich in magnesium and sulfur, with temperatures ranging between 35 and 40 degrees Celsius, coming from three natural springs: El Templado, El Tigre, and La Gallina. These waters and mineral-medicinal muds are ideal for treating dermatological, digestive, endocrinometabolic, stomatological, gynecological conditions, rheumatism, arthritis, psoriasis, obesity, stress, and neurological traumas, in addition to offering beauty treatments.

The thermal center is nestled in the picturesque colonial town of San Diego de los Baños, with a population of just over 3000 inhabitants. The strategic location between Soroa and Viñales, two tourist destinations of great natural beauty, accessible from the national highway in a two-hour drive from Havana, makes it an ideal place to combine health tourism with nature and heritage tourism in a preserved natural environment.

The surrounding area boasts vast forested areas, native fauna, and a fresh, clean climate, close to La Güira National Park and the Los Portales cave, enhancing its appeal to tourists seeking a comprehensive health experience in a natural and serene environment. In summary, investing in the San Diego de los Baños Thermal Center represents not only a solid economic opportunity but also a commitment to promoting health and well-being, in harmony with the natural and cultural richness of Cuba.

By: MSc. Dr. Patricia Alonso Galbán
Communication Specialist at CSMC, S.A.

Investment Opportunities in Cuba: Discover the Potential of the San Diego de los Baños Thermal Center
CSMC, S.A 22 January, 2025
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