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PLAZA DE ARMAS
Centred around a statue of the patriot Cespedes and emcompassed by shaded marble benches and second-hand booksellers, is the first public square built in the city.
PLAZA DE LA CATEDRAL
Is perhaps the most beautiful square in the Caribbean which is surrounded by examples of the finest baroque architecture in the country.
EL TEMPLETE
Small neoclassical temple which marks the spot where the first Mass was said in 1519.
CASTILLO DE LA REAL FUERZA
Is one of the oldest forts in the Americas, it holds modern art exhibitions downstairs and the battlements afford good views over the harbour.
PALACIO DE LOS CAPITANES GENERALES
The seat of government and governor's residence was transferred from the fort to the built. The presidential palace and then the municipal palace until Castro seized power it is now Museo de la Ciudad de la Habana.
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