Our rear patio literally overlooks the Mexican Naval Station. It's by far the largest complex on the island and reminds me of the tropical U.S. naval base in Key West Florida. You would think either is a most desirable place to be posted, and both watch out for Cubans! The sailors here rescue Cuban refugees at sea, patrol against drug smuggling, and do a lot of training. I doubt if a shot has ever been fired except for practice.
The base was set up here for World War 1 and has been upgraded and enlarged over the years. There are about 20 very fast interceptor/patrol boats with not 2 but 3 magnum outboard motors each. Plus a coast guard cutter and small cruiser.
The base was set up here for World War 1 and has been upgraded and enlarged over the years. There are about 20 very fast interceptor/patrol boats with not 2 but 3 magnum outboard motors each. Plus a coast guard cutter and small cruiser.
No tours are given, and there seems to be maximum paranoia about photography of the base. Requests to take pictures are always turned down, so you have to take long shots from across the street or use a zoom lens. The irony is that around the back of the buildings, anyone can stroll in and shop at their on-base store, no questions asked!!
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