Marianao

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Marianao
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"El Obelisco", Carlos J. Finlay Memorial
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Location of Marianao in Havana
Coordinates: 23°05′0″N82°26′0″W / 23.08333°N 82.43333°W / 23.08333; -82.43333
CountryFlag of Cuba.svg  Cuba
Province Coat of arms of La Habana.svg La Habana
Wards (Consejos Populares) CAI-Los Ángeles, Libertad, Pocito-Palmas, Pogoloti-Belén-Finlay, Santa Felicia, Zamora-Cocosolo
Area
[1]
  Total22 km2 (8 sq mi)
Population
 (2022)
  Total134,057
  Density6,100/km2 (16,000/sq mi)
Time zone UTC-5 (EST)
Area code +53-7

Marianao is one of the 15 municipalities or boroughs ( municipios in Spanish) in the city of Havana, Cuba. It lies 6 miles southwest of the original city of Havana, with which it is connected by the Marianao railway. In 2022 the municipality had a population of 134,057. [2] Marianao is on a range of hills of about 1500 above sea level and is noted for its salubrious climate. [3] The city dates back to 1830.

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Overview

As Havana expanded during the 1930s and 1940s, Marianao became a suburb of the city.

A famous landmark is the monument built to honor Carlos Juan Finlay, a doctor who helped eradicate yellow fever in Cuba in the 19th century. It is shaped like a syringe. The monument is at the junction of Calles 100 and 31, close to several major hospitals.[ citation needed ]

Marianao is home to the famous Tropicana Club and was home to the Oriental Park Racetrack. One of the most notable foods made in Marianao is "Pollo A La Barbacoa".

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