Daily life in Havana, the capital of Cuba

HAVANA, CUBA - JANUARY 21: La Bodeguita del Medio in Havana, Cuba, is a famous bar and restaurant. It gained international recognition as a favorite spot of notable figures like Ernest Hemingway, in Havana, the capital of Cuba on January 21, 2024. Havana, the capital of Cuba, boasts a rich history with a significant economic boom in the mid-19th century, driven by sugar production. The city witnessed resistance and a fervent struggle for independence from Spanish rule, marked by the brief English invasion and subsequent periods of instability. The tumultuous relationship with the United States included the Cuban Missile Crisis in the 1960s. During the years of the Cuban Revolution, led by Fidel Castro, the city underwent significant political and social transformations, steering Cuba in a new direction. Havana stands as a testament to its complex past, reflecting resilience, economic shifts, and geopolitical tensions throughout its history. (Photo by Juancho Torres/Anadolu via Getty Images)