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Fast Food In Cuba El Rapido, it's the largest and most popular fast food chain in Cuba. It's state run and the food it serves is basically equivalent to most standard American fast food fare. Hamburgers, hot dogs, fries, soft [...]

Communal taxi bus This is a newer style communal bus in Havana, Cuba. They take people around the city, following the same routs as the communal taxis. They cost even a bit cheaper.. only 2 pesos Moneda Nacional... That's like [...]

Snack sellers are everywhere in Havana. The prices are just marginally higher than those at state stores and cafeterias, but the convenience of having a variety of snacks brought to you, just when you want them, is fantastic. These vendors [...]

Ah, the famous bici taxis of Havana. Actually, bicycle taxis are all over Cuba, but you can't walk a block in Central or Old Havana without seeing one of these guys. The prices are really cheap. You can get from [...]

Clothes sellers in Cuba These are clothing vendors on Reina street in Central Havana. There used to be a bustling clothing import business in Cuba, but that was outlawed in late 2013. Now, these vendors make and sell their own [...]

The history of the Revolution These are some Cuban propaganda books being sold in Central Havana. They are interesting to look at. And really, it's not fair to simply call them propaganda. They tell a story of the revolution... That [...]

This is the main Masonic headquarters building in Havana. There are interesting Masonic symbols all around this area. It's cool to see. But apparently you need to know the special handshake to get inside... oh well... Do you think Fidel [...]

Look at the stone facade on this building. Yes, the condition is not perfect, but Havana has some of the best looking old buildings and architecture in the world. Many of these buildings are being restored. You should explore and [...]

Urban Exploration in Havana Look at this building! If you are into art or architecture, you will surely be amazed by all the old buildings in Havana. They are all over the city, and you can just walk into many [...]

One of the biggest shopping centers in Havana. This is the Ultra Almacenes department store in Central Havana. It's large and modern. It's a great place to go just to see how regular locals shop in Cuba. Well, the goods [...]