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José
Martí’s House |
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‘’ Built between 1810 and 1812. José Martí
was born here on January 28, 1853, and lived in it the first 3 years
of his life. Martí’s mother lived in this house up
to 1907. Declared National Monument for it was the house of the
prominent Cuban patriot. The museum was officially opened in 1925
and it has personal belongings, manuscripts, testimonies, books,
and other effects that belonged to the outstanding pro-independence
fighter, including his political, social and literary active life
(History of Cuba, José Martí’s personal belongings,
Biography of the National Hero). ‘’
Calle Leonor Pérez (Paula) No. 314 e/ Picota y Egido. Ciudad
de La Habana
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House
of Alejandro de Humboldt |
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‘’ It was owned by the Recio Family, and me
current construction dates back to early 19tb century. In the
20th century it was used for commercial work. Devoted today to
recalling the stay of the German scientist in the city, his research
or our nature and Cuba’s social problems, as well as his
relevance in the development of world science. It hosts scientific
events and others of its kind. ‘’
Calle Oficios No. 254 esq. a Muralla. Ciudad de La Habana
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Museum
of Archaeology |
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‘’ Created in 1987 for the archaeological research
of the Historical Center. It helps recover material assets of
Old Havana and offers an interpretation of their past and evolution.
Its staff is highly specialized in urban archaeology, mural painting,
restoration and conservation, as well as in other disciplines.
It also works as a museum, with archaeological samples from Cuba
and other American countries. It s seated or an important 17th
century building. It’s roomy and has valuable works on ceilings
and balconies, besides decorations with mural paintings which
are unique in the Historical Center. ‘’
Calle Tacón No. 12 e/ O´Reilly y Empedrado. Ciudad
de La Habana
Location: Ubicado en el casco histórico de La Habana.
Telephones: (53 7) 861-4469
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Museum
of Cigar |
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‘’ It dates from the 18th century and is the
only building in Cuba that harbors a museum to show the tobacco
culture on the island. Its exhibition includes tools for the processing
of tobacco leaves pipes, lighters and other items of the art of
smoking besides a vast collection, of lithographic stones and
rings of prestigious cigar brands. The Museum also has a shop,
specialized on Cuban cigars. ‘’
Calle Mercaderes No. 120 e/ Obispo y Obrapía. Ciudad de
La Habana
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Museum
of the Revolution |
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‘’ It’s the work of architects Maruri,
of Cuba, and Jean Beleu, of Belgium, who came up with an eclectic
design, which harmoniously combines Spanish, French and German
architectural elements. It was originally designed to house the
Provincial Government of Havana, but it was finished in 1920 to
be the Presidential Palace. It was the headquarters of the Cuban
government for 40 years. It witnessed how the politicians of the
time maneuvered the destiny of a nation, trapped in contradictions
between the national interests and the official politics committed
to the United States. On March 13, 1957 a group of university
students stormed the Presidential Palace with the aim of executing
dictator Fulgencio Batista. The assault failed and most of the
young attackers got killed. This episode, together with the attack
on the Moncada Barracks, were the corner stores of the last stage
of Cuban insurrection. Today the Presidential Palace harbors the
Museum of te Revolution, which presents a rich exhibit that covers
from the rise of the Cuban nation till our days (History of Cuba,
Archeology, Weapons, Paintings and sculptures). The “Granma”
Memorial can be found outside the museum. Such memorial is an
enormous glass display case that shows the ship used by Fidel
Castro and more than eighty combatants to return to Cuba from
the exile in Mexico.’’
Calle Refugio No. 1 e/ Monserrate y Zulueta. Ciudad de La Habana
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Havana
Club Rum Museum |
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"This is a remarkable tour of the Havana Club Rum Museum
installations, which recreate a traditional rum distillery. The
journey begins where barrels are made, then on to the presses,
the sugar depot, the fermentation and filtration stages, the ageing
process, and finally blending and bottling. At the end of the
tour visitors are able to sample some unique tasting brews, including
Añejo blanco, Añejo oro, Añejo 3 years, Añejo
Reserve, Añejo 7 years, or Añejo 15 years and the
Solera San Cristóbal de La Habana. The Havana Club bar
offers a selection of Cuban cocktails accompanied by some fine
local music; souvenirs and excellent rum can be purchased from
the Havana Club Shop, and there is even a contemporary art gallery.
Complimentary admission."
Avenida del Puerto 262 esquina Sol. La Habana Vieja.
La Habana 10100
Phone: +537 862 4108; +537 861 8051
email: contacto@havanaclub.cu
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National
Museum of Fine Arts |
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‘’ Its construction was completed in 1953, three
years later it received the collections of the then National Museum.
It was built on the site of the former Mercado del Polvorin. Architect
Alfonso Rodríguez Pichardo designed a very modern building
for the time. It was the final solution to provide a permanent
seat to the National Museum, which bad been created by decree
in 1913, but was wandering from one place to another in the city
without government support. The Palace of Fine Arts houses the
largest collection of Cuban plastic art. There is a hall dedicated
to the Cuban painting and gravure from the 16th century up to
now.’’
Calle Trocadero e/ Zulueta y Monserrate. Ciudad de La Habana
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National
Museum of Music |
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‘’ Built in 1905 for merchant Francisco Pons,
the house became the residence of me Pérez de la Riva family
up to 1936. In that year it was acquired by the Cuban government
to install the Secretary of State. In 1981 it was restored to
settle down the Music National Museum. Its collections store folk
instruments, scores of fundamental pieces of our country, music
machines, etc. The facade is of stalls, imitating the Italian
Renaissance. Their interiors were eclectic in styles, but maintaining
the sobriety and the elegance characteristic of one of the best
Havana residences in principles of the 20th century. It portraits
the historical development of the Cuban music and its instruments
from the 16th to 20th century. History of the Cuban and international
music. Musical instruments. Works of art. Scores. ‘’
Calle Capdevila No. 1 e/ Aguiar y Habana. Ciudad de La Habana
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Museum
of the City |
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‘’ It is located at the former headquarters
of the Generals of the Army (Capitanes Generales) of the Island
during the colonization. It has collections that illustrate a
historical background of the city since it was founded up to the
present times. The most important rooms exhibit the Cuban wars
for the national independence. Art. History of Cuba. Ethnology.
Archeology. Folklore. Weapons. ‘’
Calle Tacón No. 1 e/ Obispo y O´Reilly. Ciudad de
La Habana
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Car
Museum |
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‘’ Built for a warehouse in, 1891 in, neoclassical
style. The Office of the Historian decided to exhibit a collection,
of old cars here. The most attractive pieces are the classics
in the history of the automobile, the oldest ones, or a modal
linked to a certain personality. It is a place close to all, unique
in the city. ‘’
Calle Oficios No. 12 y Callejón de Jústiz. Ciudad
de La Habana
Telephones: (53 7) 861-5062
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Farmacia
Museo Taquechel |
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‘’ An old house which was turned into a famous
pharmacy in 1898. In 1996 it was restored as a singular Museum
with a large collection of flasks made of French 19th century
porcelain, and both pharmacy and laboratory items. It also sells
natural potions for therapeutical use and homeopathic medications.
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Calle Obispo No. 155 e/ San Ignacio y Mercaderes. Ciudad de La
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