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Construction Project to Renovate the Birán Historical Site

A construction project will renovate the facilities at the Birán Historical Site. Located in the Holguin municipality of Cueto. With the aim of restoring heritage structures damaged by time and weather events.

The works, although currently halted due to the country’s energy situation. Intend to restore, rehabilitate, and remodel the existing structures that make up the complex. Guaranteeing their preservation and original functionality, Belkis Díaz Tizón, design director of the Vértice Engineering Services Company, told CNA.

While the Holguin-based company is responsible for developing the overall plan, drainage systems, and integrating the works into the surrounding environment. The project also includes the addition of new buildings based on the original plans, she explained.

Among the completed works are the rehabilitation of the site’s administrative building. Also the design of an interior parking area, and solutions for the protection and security of the complex. The most significant rehabilitation progress is seen in the reconstruction of the Haitian barracks. And the repair of the family home, where structural damage is being addressed.

The agricultural and energy sector encompasses the restoration of the orange grove. With the installation of an irrigation system and a photovoltaic system. Carried out in conjunction with the agricultural sector. Additionally, the three roads connecting to Birán are being repaired. Incorporating technical solutions for bridges, culverts, and roadways.

Díaz Tizón emphasized that a critical aspect of the work is the monitoring of older buildings with ground settlement problems. Engineering solutions are being implemented to stabilize properties affected by subsidence.

Also the specialist noted that the company executes rigorous heritage projects subject to approval by the National Monuments Commission. With the aim of guaranteeing the comprehensive conservation of infrastructure with heritage or cultural value.

The construction work at the Birán Historical Site is part of the program of activities to commemorate the centennial of the birth of Cuban Revolution leader Fidel Castro Ruz, on August 13th, 2026.

With information from CNA