The Bejucal Charangas (brass bands)

The Bejucal Charangas (brass bands) like other Cuban traditional festivities owe its existence to the slavery black population of the colonial time. After the Misa del Gallo (Christmas mass) they used to dance to the rhythm of the drums around the church of that Havana location while white and free mulatto peoples enjoyed that show where they invoked their goddesses through frenetic movements. Read More

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The Cuban Carnivals

The Cuban carnivals are celebrated every year throughout the country. However, those from Havana and Santiago de Cuba cities are the most significant, each of them with its own identity. Read More

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The Parandes from the old town of Remedios

One of the most authentic traditional celebrations in Cuba are the parrandas (to go out partying) from the old town of Remedios located at central part of the island. Read More

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The port of Havana was the first Latin-American port that received a steamship

The port of Havana was the first Latin-American port that received a steamship. The event took place in February of the year 1819. Read More

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