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Cuba : Havana, the capital where time has stood still

Havana is the capital of Cuba. Among the examples of Spanish colonial architecture in the centre of Old Havana, which dates back to the 16th century, is the Castillo de la Real Fuerza, which serves as both a fortress and a maritime museum. The Capitol is an important monument dat...

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Havana is the capital of Cuba. Among the examples of Spanish colonial architecture in the centre of Old Havana, which dates back to the 16th century, is the Castillo de la Real Fuerza, which serves as both a fortress and a maritime museum. The Capitol is an important monument dating back to the 1920s. Old Havana is also home to the Baroque Cathedral of San Cristóbal and the Old Square, whose buildings reflect the city's lively mix of architectural styles. Numerous vintage American cars pass through the city streets and rumba bands play in the colourful alleyway of Callejón de Hamel. Salsa music permeates all the clubs, while cabaret shows are held in the famous Tropicana. In the Centro Habana area, the National Museum of Fine Arts exhibits Cuban art, the impressive Grand Theatre stages ballet and drama shows, while the Museo de la Revolución occupies what was once the presidential palace.

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The must-see colonial landmarks in Old Havana include the Castillo de la Real Fuerza, a 16th-century fortress that also serves as a maritime museum, the 1920s Capitol building, the Baroque Cathedral of San Cristóbal, and the Old Square, which showcases a diverse mix of architectural styles reflecting the city's rich history.
You can experience authentic Cuban music and dance at the famous Tropicana cabaret for spectacular shows, in the colorful alleyway of Callejón de Hamel where rumba bands perform, or at the numerous clubs throughout the city where salsa music is the main attraction. The Tropicana is particularly renowned for its elaborate cabaret performances.
In Centro Habana, the National Museum of Fine Arts showcases excellent Cuban art collections, the impressive Grand Theatre stages world-class ballet and drama performances, and the Museo de la Revolución is housed in what was once the presidential palace, offering insights into Cuba's revolutionary history. These venues represent the cultural heart of Havana's arts scene.
Numerous vintage American cars pass through Havana's streets as a remnant of the pre-1959 era and the long-standing U.S. embargo, which prevented the import of new vehicles for decades. These colorful classic cars have become an iconic and charming feature of Havana's landscape, adding to the city's unique atmosphere.
Havana's history dates back to the 16th century, with Old Havana serving as a living museum of Spanish colonial architecture from that era, including the Castillo de la Real Fuerza. The city's architectural heritage spans centuries, with landmarks like the Capitol from the 1920s and the Cathedral of San Cristóbal showcasing different periods of the city's development.

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