Havana is one of the most architecturally diverse cities. At the start of the 20th century, Havana was an influential international power, enriched with art nouveau, art deco and eclectic design. This boom period was the turning point in Cuba's continuing economic changes through the eras of change. Since the arrival of Christopher Columbus, Havana was the key destination for expeditions from the Old World and the New World. These resources supported the colonialists, and thanks to Havana's strategic location, it became the most heavily fortified city in the Americas. The Fortaleza de San Carlos de la Cabana can still today be a symbol of the agricultural wealth of the time, located at the entrance to the Bay of Havana. Spanish and Moorish cultural styles strongly influenced the Cuban capital, including Italian, Greek and Roman styles. You can see the Spanish influence through the Convent of Santa Clara and the Cuban Baroque is representative through the Cathedral Plaza. Cuban Island: TravelCuba has been a highly sought after location for its natural white sand beaches and crystal clear waters. Cuba is known for three mountain ranges and two long savannah provinces. Sugar Mill, Yumurí and Viñales are some regions known throughout the world for the abundance of their products. Five hundred species of fish inhabit the waters, which is a treat for anyone who wants to snorkel. For those who wish to venture further into the depths of the sea, is scuba diving in transparent water an option? You'll get a close look at the plethora of fish that live in the area, as well as the 200 different species of sponges, gorgonian meadows, coral gardens and caves. Traveling to Cuba is like stepping back in time. As you ex... middle of paper ...... many different cultures, it developed into its own type of music. The clothes you see them wearing also come from so many different cultures that they have their own style too. Almost every food, clothing, music, lifestyle and any other type of life experience that you would normally see in other countries, you would see that everything in Cuba has its own style, taste, smell and feel . , Philippe (May 23, 2012). “A Viewer’s Guide to Cuba’s Economic Reform.” Lexington Institute. Everson, Debra (1994). “Revolution at stake: Law and society in contemporary Cuba”. West View Press, Boulder.The Cuba Reader: History, Culture, Politics (The Latin America Readers) by Aviva Chomsky, Barry Carr and Pamela Maria Smorkaloff (February 4, 2004)Cuba: What Everyone Needs to Know®, second edition by Julia E .Sweig (April 26, 2013)