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San Francisco Square, Colonial square in Old Havana, Cuba

The plaza features white marble pavement, surrounded by restored colonial buildings and the Lonja del Comercio with its distinctive central dome.

Founded in 1628, this square served as a vital commercial hub where Spanish galleons would dock during their journeys between the Indies and Spain.

The Religious Art Museum and Rum Museum occupy the former San Francisco de Asís Convent, presenting exhibitions of Cuban heritage and traditions.

The Sierra Maestra Terminal at the square functions as a departure point for cruise ships, with numerous restaurants and cafes in the vicinity.

The Fuente de los Leones, created in 1836 by Giuseppe Gaggini, stands as a central marble fountain displaying intricate lion sculptures.

Location: Plaza Vieja

Location: La Habana Vieja

Address: 4MP2+XHP, Havana, Cuba Havana Havana

GPS coordinates: 23.13778,-82.34860

Latest update: May 7, 2025 06:12

Historical Tours and Monuments of Havana

The monuments in central Havana showcase Spanish colonial military, religious, and civil architecture. The 16th-century fortifications protect the port, while baroque religious buildings and neoclassical palaces line the cobbled squares. Museums, theaters, and cultural centers occupy former administrative and industrial buildings.

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