In , this armored cruiser was the subject of an kilometer chase by U. Large glittering tarpon also offer the ship their protection as they weave their way stoically around the ship, alongside their more colorful helpers including different types of snapper, jacks and damselfish. Cuba has many other historic wrecks and remnants. The Mortera, a Spanish merchant ship that sunk near Santa Lucia in , is now frequently visited by bull sharks, and coral encrusted cannons and anchors may often be seen around its shores.
The pinnacles themselves yield an incredible range of life. Trailing whip corals, and colorful rope sponges extend into, and overhang the gaps between the small mounts. These exist alongside fan-like gorgonians and delicate looking flower corals. It is fun to wind your way around them. Who knows whom you may meet? Rotund and ugly mouthed jewfish favors the gaps between the mounts, as do tarpon and even silky sharks, and the sandy floor below provides a resting place for the occasional eagle ray.
Around Cayo Coco, off the north coast, dense and lush mini forests of sea rods, fans and fingers wave gently along with the current. The cover offered by the coral offers a good hiding place for different types of groupers, including those of the tiger, nassau, black and red hind species. Extending outwards, the large and colourful rope, pipe and elephant ear sponges make a bold contrast with the surrounding blue depths. Some of the sponges are embellished with jewels.
Small, golden and flowerlike zoanthids cover thin rope sponges in winding chains. Delicate pink, purple and blue vase sponges add more texture and brightness to the walls, alongside the encrusting sponges, gorgonians and hard corals. Obtaining a glimpse of some prized black coral interests many divers, and there is generally a good chance of finding some along your route, alhough given that its polyps can be a grey or muted brown in colour, its fine branches may not be as impressionable as the sponges.
Wall diving has the potential for an odd surprise: El Brinco cave along Playa Giron looks like a small dark pool, filled with a mix of salt and fresh water, and at first glace offers little enticement to the diver. Timing is crucial, undertaking a descent to around 38 metres, then ascending via a tunnel for around 4 metres or so, you need to re-enter the main pool at around mid-day.
This is when the sun is high enough to filter through a hole in the top of the cave, directly onto the water below. On impact, the sun extends a wide golden-white ray through the dark greenish water. Please try again later. This is a very charming book, appropriate for children, and fun for adults, too. The author had a very idyllic childhood growing up in Cuba.
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They had a large house on a property outside of town, rather rural. Her descriptions of the fruit trees made me hungry! This is an easy read and both enjoyable and relaxing. The newest book of stories by Dr. Alma Flor Ada never ceases to amaze me with her wonderful way of relating her stories of how she grew up in Cuba.
Having the privilege of studying with her at U. It makes a huge difference when you actually know the author. I always marvel at her ability to relate her stories so others can relive them, too. One person found this helpful. I've just started reading this book, but I already love it.
Kindle Edition Verified Purchase. An easy read and it helped to set the stage for my 15 day trip through Cuba. The personal essays in this collection average about seven pages each, making them quite readable, even on-the-go. Readers can also look at family photos and enjoy illustrations by Antonio Matorell. Readers who know little to no Spanish can look up words and phrases in a glossary in the back matter.
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I found this book particularly interesting because I began studying Spanish in second grade and continued studying it up to my undergraduate major. Two of my Spanish teachers in the middle grades fifth and sixth grade, then eighth grade were from Cuba, and this put some light into what their life in Cuba might have been like. The style is simple and conversational, as if she is sitting with readers telling the story. How I obtained my copy of this book: This thoughtful and inspiring collection of essays about the author growing up in Cuba was charming.
It gave me a glimpse into a culture that, for too many years, had been cut off from America. I also enjoyed learning the Spanish words sprinkled throughout and appreciated the glossary in the back. Alma Flor Ada's voice is indeed a treasure. See all 6 reviews. Amazon Giveaway allows you to run promotional giveaways in order to create buzz, reward your audience, and attract new followers and customers.
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