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Architecture |
Guided visits to the architecturally most valuable buildings of colonial-time Havana (declared Heritage of Mankind by UNESCO); experts' lectures on the various construction styles and techniques used in Havana's buildings;
face-to-face chats with specialized staff in charge of the restoration program for the Cuban capital. |
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Fine Arts |
Due to the country's amazing cultural diversity, Cuban fine arts are quite rich and diverse. All along the national history outstanding painters and sculptors have been a significant part of the Island's life. |
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Afro-Cuban Cults |
Lectures on the origin and current practice of these cults.
Sharing in rituals. Meetings with Ifa
priests (the so-called babalawos} and Cuban santeros.
Religious initiation ceremonies. |
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Ballet |
The Cuban National Ballet, one of the most prestigious ballet companies worldwide due to the artistic and technical rigor of its dancers, among other merits, has an outstanding place in contemporary Spanish-American culture. |
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Christian Temples |
A tour to the major Christian temples built in Cuba, including the noteworthy
Basilica of Our
Lady of Charity (Cuba's Patroness) and the sanctuaries of Our
Lady of Regla and of St. Lazarus in El Rincon, all sites of permanent pilgrimage. |
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Festivals |
Attendance by arrangements or otherwise to cultural events held annually in Cuba, including the Jazz Plaza Festival, the Boleros Festival, the Havana International Ballet Festival and the New Latin American Cinema Festival |
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