Havana City: 5 Facts about Most Colorful City in the World
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VoxPop – The city was founded in southern Cuba in 1514 but was moved to its current location next to Puerto de Carenas. Old Havana was a busy trading port because of its natural bays. Therefore, it is called the city with the second highest population in Havana.
Havana Cuba or also known as La Habana in Spanish is one of the most colorful and full of life places. Havana is not only the capital city but also the largest city, major port, and leading commercial center in Cuba.
Here are 5 facts about Havana City, Cuba:
1. Havana More than 500 Years Old
Havana was founded by the Spanish in November 1519 along the natural harbour of the Bay of Havana. The Spanish would stop here whenever they travelled between the New World and the Old World.
The city became a shipbuilding center in the 17th century. Unfortunately, most of the buildings were destroyed in the 20th century. Different types of people pass through Old Havana such as explorers, entertainers, natives and pirates. It is estimated that there are about 3,000 buildings in this part of the city.
2. Havana Has an Amazing Historical Building
Modern Havana is divided into three cities namely Old Havana, Vedado and the newer suburban districts. Old Havana, characterized by narrow streets and overhanging balconies.
Most of the buildings are historic and are a true representation of the architectural design of the 16th and 19th centuries. Old Havana covers 3 square miles with Spanish colonial structures, baroque church and neoclassical style buildings.
This part of the city is famous for its lush gardens and cobblestoned squares. Locals love to spend their time in Habanero because of the trees and green spaces.
3. The Architecture in Old Havana is similar to Spain
The city of Old Havana bears similarities to Cadiz and Tenerife in Spain. That's because Spain uses the same architectural designs as those found in Spain.
