Santiago de Cuba is located in the eastern part of Cuba and is the second largest city and port in the country. It was built in 1515 and was once the old capital of Cuba. It is known as the "Capital of the Caribbean" and the "Hero City". It is the cradle of Cuban culture, and the "Fire Festival" every summer is very lively. Ancient monuments such as the Castle of San Pedro de la Roca bear witness to its history, and natural landscapes such as the Baconao Park are also unique.