Havana: Historical Place
Places and attractions in the Historical place category
Categories
- Museum
- Hispanic colonial architecture
- Neoclassical architecture
- Church
- Historical place
- Street
- Nightlife
- Forts and castles
- Theater
- Park
- Unesco
- Concerts and shows
- Memorial
- Sport
- Sport venue
- Universities and schools
Morro Castle
Sea fortress at the mouth of the harbor Morro Castle, known as "Castillo de los Tres Reyes del Morro," stands as a sentinel at the entrance of Havana Bay in Havana, Cuba. This formidable fortress, constructed in the late 16th century, was designed to protect the city from pirate attacks and foreign invasions.
Castillo de la Real Fuerza
16th-century star-shaped fort and museum The Castillo de la Real Fuerza stands as one of Havana's most historic military fortresses. Located in the heart of the city, this bastion is not only a testament to Cuba's colonial past but also serves as a museum, offering visitors a glimpse into the island's rich...
La Cabaña
Museum in a restored 18th-century fort La Cabaña, a formidable fortress perched on the eastern side of Havana's harbor, stands as an emblematic testament to Cuba's rich colonial history. Constructed by the Spanish in the 18th century, this massive fortification was built to protect the city from the threat...
Palacio de los Capitanes Generales
Grand venue for art and historical objects The Palacio de los Capitanes Generales, situated in the heart of Old Havana, Cuba, stands as a grand emblem of the city's rich colonial history. This majestic building, now functioning as the City Museum of Havana, was once the seat of the colonial government...
Castillo San Salvador de la Punta
Restored 16th-century harbor fortress Castillo San Salvador de la Punta stands as an enduring symbol of Havana's historical fortifications, located at the entrance of Havana Bay. This 16th-century fortress was constructed to protect the city from pirate attacks and foreign invasions, serving as a strategic...
Plaza Vieja
The Plaza Vieja is a plaza located in Old Havana, Cuba. The plaza and its surroundings are also one of the seven consejos populares of the municipality of Old Havana. It has a residential population of 17,426.
Plaza de la Revolución
Plaza de la Revolución, "Revolution Square", is a municipality and a square in Havana, Cuba. The municipality, one of the 15 forming the city, stretches from the square down to the sea at the Malecón and includes the Vedado district.
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Ciudad de la Habana