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Time capsule - Anywhere you look, you will find that this city is basically a 1950s time capsule.
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Frozen in time - Havana essentially became frozen in time in the year 1959, after the revolution, according to CNN.
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Retro-style automobiles - It is even evident in their old, vintage vehicles that scatter the city.
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Blast from the past - For visitors and tourists, this provides a unique glimpse into a completely different world.
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Havana - And of course, makes for some interesting, Instagram-worthy photographs.
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Colorful capital - Havana is covered in pretty, pastel-colored buildings.
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Old Havana - Just take a look at this image of a street in Old Havana.
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Old Havana - The entire city looks like a set from an old movie.
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Old Havana - Old Havana is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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UNESCO World Heritage Site - It was declared in 1982.
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Capital city - The Cuban capital is famous for being rich in history, culture, architecture, and gorgeous monuments.
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Great Theatre of Havana - The Great Theatre of Havana, for example, is a jaw-dropping illustration of an eclectic architectural style.
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Great Theatre of Havana - The important venue is decorated with marble, bronze, and stone ornamentation.
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National Capitol Building - Another famous landmark in Havana is the former government building, "El Capitolio."
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National Capitol Building - It is a stunning example of neoclassical architecture and Art Nouveau.
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National Capitol Building - It often draws comparisons to the US Capitol Building.
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National Capitol Building - Until 1959, it operated as a governmental building.
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National Capitol Building - Today, the construction is home to the Cuban Academy of Sciences.
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Old Square - The city is also home to several historic plazas, including "Plaza Vieja" (pictured).
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Nickname - Havana is known as the City of Columns.
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City of Columns - Divine colonial architecture can be found around every corner.
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Moniker - Another alternative nickname is the Rome of the Caribbean.
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Festivals - The capital city also hosts several cultural events.
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Festivals - These include the Havana International Jazz Festival, the International Havana Ballet Festival, Havana's International Film Festival, and the Habanos Cigar Festival.
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Weather - Like the rest of the country, Havana experiences a tropical climate.
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Tropical climate - So if tourists plan their trips well, they can enjoy delightful weather along with big city thrills.
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Conditions - Like in many big cities, there are developed and undeveloped parts of Havana.
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People - Nevertheless, these conditions don't keep Havana's people from living some of the most entertaining lifestyles!
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People - Streets are filled with noisy, happy children playing outside.
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People - Smiling Havana women in colorful and traditional Cuban costumes.
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People - A group of young boys huddle around an empty street.
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People - Two ladies chat outside on a sunny day against street art-filled wall.
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People - Two friends sit on the curb in front of a wall that reads "True to our story."
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People - Habaneros are known to be very friendly, warm, and welcoming.
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Fiesta - And they also know how to party!
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Fiesta - At night, the city streets come alive with the sounds of Cuban salsa, reggaeton, Caribbean, and Latin music.
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Famous Habaneros - This magnificent capital was also the birthplace of many famous faces.
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Famous Habaneros - Gloria Estefan, the late Celia Cruz, and former Fifth Harmony member, Camila Cabello, are all from Havana.
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Havana, ooh na na - In 2017, Cabello even released a top-charting song featuring rapper Young Thug named after her city, 'Havana.'
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On the map - The catchy tune was an international sensation, hitting number one in several countries around the world.
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Folklore - Havana was also the residence of another famous person who is ingrained in Cuban popular culture and history.
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Matías Pérez - The Portuguese-born, Cuban resident Matías Pérez was a hot air balloonist who disappeared on in 1856.
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Up, up, and away - He took flight in a hot air balloon from Havana's Parque Central on that evening, and was never seen again.
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Local expression - Cubans now have a funny saying that references the mysterious incident for when something or someone disappears into thin air.
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"Voló como Matías Pérez" - The phrase translates to: "Flew like Matías Pérez."
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Famous resident - Havana was also the home of American author Ernest Hemingway, who spent some time living in Cuba.
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Ernest Hemingway - His book 'The Old Man and the Sea' was actually inspired by his time near the capital city.
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Wi-Fi - If you plan on travelling to this glorious city, be aware that internet access is quite limited.
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Health care - But while Wi-Fi connections are finite and often quite expensive, their health care system on the other hand is one of the best in Latin America, as per USA Today.
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Health care - Medicine students from all around the world come to study for their profession here.
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Health care - And foreigners participate in what is referred to as "medical tourism."
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Cohiba - Be sure to try the famous rum and tobacco, which Havana is known for.
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Exports - Their cigars and rum are actually a part of their highest-value exports, according to the International Trade Centre (via World's Capital Cities).
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Exports - Others include: sugar, nickel, petroleum oils, wood charcoal, and frozen rock lobsters.
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Views - Be sure to take in some of the impressive views of the city from up above.
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Gem - This culturally rich, old capital is truly a diamond in the rough.
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Havana - And certainly a city worth exploring and visiting at least once in your lifetime.
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Havana is calling - Has this gallery inspired you to travel to the charming City of Columns?
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Havana awaits - Then what are you waiting for? Book that flight to wonderful Havana!
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Time capsule - Anywhere you look, you will find that this city is basically a 1950s time capsule.
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Frozen in time - Havana essentially became frozen in time in the year 1959, after the revolution, according to CNN.
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Retro-style automobiles - It is even evident in their old, vintage vehicles that scatter the city.
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Blast from the past - For visitors and tourists, this provides a unique glimpse into a completely different world.
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Havana - And of course, makes for some interesting, Instagram-worthy photographs.
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Colorful capital - Havana is covered in pretty, pastel-colored buildings.
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Old Havana - Just take a look at this image of a street in Old Havana.
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Old Havana - The entire city looks like a set from an old movie.
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Old Havana - Old Havana is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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UNESCO World Heritage Site - It was declared in 1982.
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Capital city - The Cuban capital is famous for being rich in history, culture, architecture, and gorgeous monuments.
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Great Theatre of Havana - The Great Theatre of Havana, for example, is a jaw-dropping illustration of an eclectic architectural style.
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Great Theatre of Havana - The important venue is decorated with marble, bronze, and stone ornamentation.
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National Capitol Building - Another famous landmark in Havana is the former government building, "El Capitolio."
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National Capitol Building - It is a stunning example of neoclassical architecture and Art Nouveau.
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National Capitol Building - It often draws comparisons to the US Capitol Building.
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National Capitol Building - Until 1959, it operated as a governmental building.
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National Capitol Building - Today, the construction is home to the Cuban Academy of Sciences.
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Old Square - The city is also home to several historic plazas, including "Plaza Vieja" (pictured).
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Nickname - Havana is known as the City of Columns.
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City of Columns - Divine colonial architecture can be found around every corner.
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Moniker - Another alternative nickname is the Rome of the Caribbean.
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Festivals - The capital city also hosts several cultural events.
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Festivals - These include the Havana International Jazz Festival, the International Havana Ballet Festival, Havana's International Film Festival, and the Habanos Cigar Festival.
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Weather - Like the rest of the country, Havana experiences a tropical climate.
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Tropical climate - So if tourists plan their trips well, they can enjoy delightful weather along with big city thrills.
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Conditions - Like in many big cities, there are developed and undeveloped parts of Havana.
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People - Nevertheless, these conditions don't keep Havana's people from living some of the most entertaining lifestyles!
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People - Streets are filled with noisy, happy children playing outside.
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People - Smiling Havana women in colorful and traditional Cuban costumes.
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People - A group of young boys huddle around an empty street.
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People - Two ladies chat outside on a sunny day against street art-filled wall.
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People - Two friends sit on the curb in front of a wall that reads "True to our story."
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People - Habaneros are known to be very friendly, warm, and welcoming.
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Fiesta - And they also know how to party!
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Fiesta - At night, the city streets come alive with the sounds of Cuban salsa, reggaeton, Caribbean, and Latin music.
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Famous Habaneros - This magnificent capital was also the birthplace of many famous faces.
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Famous Habaneros - Gloria Estefan, the late Celia Cruz, and former Fifth Harmony member, Camila Cabello, are all from Havana.
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Havana, ooh na na - In 2017, Cabello even released a top-charting song featuring rapper Young Thug named after her city, 'Havana.'
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On the map - The catchy tune was an international sensation, hitting number one in several countries around the world.
© iStock
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Folklore - Havana was also the residence of another famous person who is ingrained in Cuban popular culture and history.
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Matías Pérez - The Portuguese-born, Cuban resident Matías Pérez was a hot air balloonist who disappeared on in 1856.
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Up, up, and away - He took flight in a hot air balloon from Havana's Parque Central on that evening, and was never seen again.
© iStock
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Local expression - Cubans now have a funny saying that references the mysterious incident for when something or someone disappears into thin air.
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"Voló como Matías Pérez" - The phrase translates to: "Flew like Matías Pérez."
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Famous resident - Havana was also the home of American author Ernest Hemingway, who spent some time living in Cuba.
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Ernest Hemingway - His book 'The Old Man and the Sea' was actually inspired by his time near the capital city.
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Wi-Fi - If you plan on travelling to this glorious city, be aware that internet access is quite limited.
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Health care - But while Wi-Fi connections are finite and often quite expensive, their health care system on the other hand is one of the best in Latin America, as per USA Today.
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Health care - Medicine students from all around the world come to study for their profession here.
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Health care - And foreigners participate in what is referred to as "medical tourism."
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Cohiba - Be sure to try the famous rum and tobacco, which Havana is known for.
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Exports - Their cigars and rum are actually a part of their highest-value exports, according to the International Trade Centre (via World's Capital Cities).
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Exports - Others include: sugar, nickel, petroleum oils, wood charcoal, and frozen rock lobsters.
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Views - Be sure to take in some of the impressive views of the city from up above.
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Gem - This culturally rich, old capital is truly a diamond in the rough.
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56 / 60 Fotos
Havana - And certainly a city worth exploring and visiting at least once in your lifetime.
© iStock
57 / 60 Fotos
Havana is calling - Has this gallery inspired you to travel to the charming City of Columns?
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Havana awaits - Then what are you waiting for? Book that flight to wonderful Havana!
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Havana, ooh na na: stunning photos of the time-capsuled Cuban capital
Let these dazzling images inspire you to take a trip of a lifetime
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Picture this: you're in a rustic, old country capital, smoking a Cuban cigar, drinking rum, and listening to the sounds of Afro-Cuban jazz and Caribbean beats.
This scenario can actually become a reality in no place other than the picturesque city of Havana, Cuba.
Click through this gallery for some exquisite photographs of the charming old town and to learn some interesting facts about this unique gem of a place.
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