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Book Synopsis: Old Cuba presents an insider's view of the splendid colonial-era sites of the storied island nation, from the grand apartments and magnificent cathedral of Old Havana to the plantation homes of Pinar del Río.
Cuba dominates the entrance to the Gulf of Mexico, fixed between the great continents to the north and to the south, and has long served as a bridge between the Old World and the New. First visited by Christopher Columbus in 1492, its history of interaction with the Old World of Europe is among the longest in the Americas, and its architecture bears testament to this: Cuba is home to some of the most ancient cities and towns in the western hemisphere. As a result, the country once known as the "pearl of the Antilles," stands now as a treasure chest of alluring historic architecture—seasoned by European precedents mixed with colonial and Caribbean spice—and boasts an extraordinary number of UNESCO Cultural Heritage sites, from the historic center of Old Havana with its original city walls and the Castillo de la Real Fuerza—the oldest extant colonial fortress in the Americas—to the sixteenth-century city of Trinidad, within the central Cuban province of Sancti Spíritus, recognized by historians and scholars as a triumph of historic preservation and whose maze of pastel mansions and churches forms one of the best collections of colonial architecture to be found anywhere.
From Old Havana to Santiago de Cuba, Old Cuba offers an intimate look at the historic architecture—the houses, apartments, monuments, charming public spaces, and centuries-old churches—of this storied country.
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Discover the hidden treasures of Cuba with Old Cuba Book. Immerse yourself in the rich history and captivating architecture of this storied island nation. From the grand apartments and magnificent cathedral of Old Havana to the plantation homes of Pinar del Río, Old Cuba takes you on an insider's journey through the splendid colonial-era sites.
Cuba, known as the "pearl of the Antilles," beckons you with its allure of alluring historic architecture. With a history dating back to Christopher Columbus' first visit in 1492, Cuba has nurtured its interaction with the Old World of Europe for centuries. This remarkable heritage shines through in its architecture, which blends European precedents, colonial influences, and Caribbean spice.
Old Cuba showcases the extraordinary number of UNESCO Cultural Heritage sites scattered across the country. From the historic center of Old Havana, enclosed by its original city walls, to the Castillo de la Real Fuerza—the oldest extant colonial fortress in the Americas—Cuba's architectural gems offer a glimpse into a bygone era. One such gem is the sixteenth-century city of Trinidad, recognized as a triumph of historic preservation. Its maze of pastel mansions and churches forms one of the finest collections of colonial architecture in the world.
Travel through time and explore the enchanting historic architecture of Cuba's cities, including the charming public spaces, centuries-old churches, and UNESCO treasures. Whether you're a history enthusiast, an architecture lover, or simply seeking a unique travel experience, Old Cuba Book will transport you to another world.
Start your journey to the captivating world of Cuban architecture with the Old Cuba Book. Get your copy today!
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