Che Guevara Museum

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Che Guevara Museum

At the site of Che's Mausoleum there is also a simple but good museum dedicated to his life and struggles. Many of his personal possessions are on display, including a gun, water bottle and other artifacts, as well as an excellent photograph exhibit.

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addressAv. Liberacion, Memorial Comandante Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara
phone+53 4220 5878

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