Cuban Architecture
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After the sunsets, architecture is perhaps the single most significant lure for tourism to Cuba. Cuban culture is world-renowned and its colorful narration is eloquently expressed in its wonderful architecture. Cuban architecture stands out in a very special way forming the island’s environmental personality, mostly in the colonial cities. Designs of wide windows and balconies make a house approachable and open, adapted for living in tropical climates. Open courtyards and arcades were artistically arranged to allow optimum sunlight while providing covered areas sheltered from the rain.
Havana is one of the most stunning architecturally designed cities in the world, with extraordinary variety and quality. Its architecture mirrors its rich social and political history. Contrasts of color and texture are shaped on the facades. Along the Malecon, you will see beautiful buildings in a mixture of architectural styles, while the sun and the salt of the sea have paled their pastel colors. The city of Trinidad, which lies on the southern coast, is considered the most well-preserved colonial city in Cuba. Founded in 1514, Trinidad is in the process of restoring some of its riches.
Cuban architectural treasures are not limited to the colonial period. In Central Havana and Old Havana (La Habana Vieja), there are some gorgeous examples of art nouveau architecture. Eclectic, classic, and art deco styles can also be found in public buildings and residential homes, giving Cuba a unique essence.
