Take a tour of Top 10 Attractions of Havana, Cuba - part of the World's Greatest Attractions series by GeoBeats. Hey, this is your host, Naomi. I would like to show you the top 10 attractions of Havana, Cuba. Number 10: Old Havana, among the most unique places you'll visit. Time seems to stand still there. Enjoy the great architecture, art and music. Number 9: Transportation. Havana is teeming with fascinating modes of transportation, including public taxis and vintage cars that lend to a colorful atmosphere. Number 8: El Capitolio, Cuba's national capital building. The exterior has a resemblance to the US Capitol. It was built in 1929 to house the seat of government. Number 7: Music. Cuban music is famous the world over. With its diverse styles that include European and African influences, music is one of Cuba's highlights. Number 6: El Morro, a 16th century fortress in the Bay of Havana, built to protect Spain's military from pirate attacks. There's even a history museum inside. Number 5: Cigars. Cuban cigars are considered to be the finest in the world. You can tour a cigar factory here and see how they are made. Number 4: San Cristobal Cathedral, a historic cathedral's baroque facade has asymmetrical towers. Number 3: Revolution Square, a massive city square, and close to the President's offices. It's the site for the political rallies and other major events. Number 2: The Castle of the Royal Force, the oldest fort in all the Americas. And as a part of Old Havana, is
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Go to www.codecuba.com to see more Cuba Videos. This high definition Havana travel video, featuring Habana Vieja, was shot in Cuba in 2010. The video focuses on the four main plazas and connecting streets. The first plaza we visit is the historic Plaza De Armas, the oldest square in Havana. From there we check out the Castillo de la Real Fuerza, a 16th century fort that houses a museum which highlights Havana's historic development. We then move to the rooftop of the Hotel Santa Isabel, a location that offers excellent views of the Plaza De Armas. The booksellers market in the square below is highlighted as a place to find old collectable books. A block west is the Plaza de la Catedral named for the iconic Catedral de San Cristobal. Highlights include both exterior and interior shots of this beautiful church. The square itself offers numerous photo opportunities including postcard shots of baroque architecture and of Cuban women in colonial costumes. A restaurant with entertainment is also featured. Heading south six blocks we come to the beautifully restored Plaza Vieja. Surrounded by historic buildings from four different centuries, this plaza is a popular spot. With numerous bars and restaurants it makes a wonderful dining spot, particularly in the evening with it's lighted fountain and historic backdrop. Bordering the port is the Plaza de San Francisco, which underwent a full restoration in the 1990's. Highlights include shots of the Basilica, which was first built in
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Go to www.codecuba.com to see more Cuba Videos. This high definition Havana travel video, featuring Centro Habana, was shot in Cuba in 2010. The video begins on the Malécon, with iconic views of the Havana waterfront and El Morro Fort which is located across the harbor. From there we travel up the Paseo de Martí or El Prado as it is referred to by the locals. This tree lined promenade offers photo opportunities of Havana's people and architecture. At the end of El Prado is Parque Central. From here we see views of the Capitolio building and Gran Teatro de La Habana, the oldest operating theater in the Western Hemisphere. From the top of the steps of the Capitolio building there is an excellent view of Centro Habana and the Parque Central Area. This is a wonderful place to view the old cars of Havana as they pass by on the street below. Interior shots of the Capitolio building include shots of the Stature of the Republic, an enormous bronze sculpture standing 11 meters tall, which symbolizes the mythic guardian of virtue and work. Viewers are advised to tour the interior, as the architecture is stunning. Views of the hallways and the Capitolio dome highlight this fact. The next stop on the video tour is the Real Fabrica de Tabacos Partagas, one of the oldest and most prestigious cigar factories in Havana A visit to the well stocked shop is highlighted, where we show viewers, famous Cuban cigars and the corresponding prices. Although cigars can be purchased on the street at
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Just a Friday afternoon in Centro neighbourhood of Havana, Cuba, late Dec. 2008. People living life. For a look at some beautiful Cuban art available in the US and Canada, please visit cubanocanadian.ca or http
Take a tour of San Cristobal Cathedral in Havana, Cuba -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats. For a taste of Cuba's rich history, visit Havana's Cathedral Square. San Cristobal Cathedral was built in the mid 18th century. This Baroque masterpiece once housed the remains of Christopher Columbus. It has been famously described as "Music Set in Stone." The structure is unique in that one tower is wider than the other. San Cristobal, made partly of coral, glows in the Havana twilight.
Take a tour of Havana's Capitolio in Cuba -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats. The National Capitol building in Havana, popularly known as El Capitolio, housed the nation's legislative branch until the Cuban Revolution in 1959. The building, known for its sophisticated and impressive design was the brainchild of the Cuban dictator Gerardo Machado. Built in neo-classical style, this monument instantly reminds one of the US Capitol but its architect insists that it was the Panthéon in Paris that was his source of inspiration for the cupola. This building of great national significance took years to be constructed and was inaugurated on May 20th 1929. It was 2 years later, in 1931, that the legislature began operating out of El Capitolio. Today, the building is famously known as it holds the headquarters of the Cuban Academy of Sciences.
www.kevinsworldvideotour.com La Havana is one of the world's great cities, filled with history, culture and stunning colonial architecture. This video slideshow introduces the city- from Fortaleza el Morro, el capitolio the Malecon, the Tropicana and the Capri hotel to the historic Unesco downtown- even the local transportation is covered as well as some travel tips!
A walk through parts of Havana Vieja into Centro. Street life in Cuba. For a look at some beautiful Cuban art available in the US and Canada, please visit cubanocanadian.ca or http
Traveller and film maker Martin Watego gives the lowdown on Havana, one of the world's most iconic cities and winds it up with some old-time Cuban fun at the Tropicana. Produced by Martin Watego for Lonelyplanet.tv
My trip To Cuba visiting the cities of Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad and back to Havana.
Havana is a absolutely unique city to visit. It has wonderful old colonial buildings, fantastic museums, old colorful American vintage cars and of course very kind and friendly natured people as well.
To know LA HABANA you must walk its streets, talk with its people and swing your hips to its music. This video will intoduce you to some tourist sights and then stroll down side streets of this fascinating city populated by friendly people. Continue through Cuba with other Travel Tales Videos: Vinales, Santa Clara, Trinidad, Camaguey, Santiago de Cuba and Baracoa. Get more detailed information (including some accommodations) by visiting their non-commercial website at www.traveltales.ca
Old Havana, Cuba. City tour by horse & carriage and on foot. Also, views of the city skyline.
My trip to Cuba from May 27 till June 4th, 2010. Went to Varadero and had a one day bus tour to Havana. I stayed at Playa de Oro. I did talk in the video but you could barely hear me. - Camera used: Lumix GF1 - Pancake lens. - Music: 1 - Company Segundo - Saludo A Changó (w Khaled) 2 - Company Segundo - La Juma De Ayer (w Pío Leyva) Edit: WMG, please don't mute my video. I'm not familiar with finding Cuban sounding music, please be kind heh.
Boxing training trip in Havana, Cuba with Queensbury Travel