Heritage & Traditions

Sauto of Matanzas, a theater with history

By Julia Muñoz

The Sauto de Matanzas Theater, a National Monument since October 10, 1978, is a paradigm of the great works of Cuban architecture. It is one of the most relevant theatrical coliseums in Cuba, recognized as a symbol of the city for its splendor and for being the venue of wide-ranging national and international festivals and events.

The best celebration of October 15, wash your hands well

By Mercy Ramos

Washing your hands well has always been one of the most recommended hygienic measures to preserve human health and, at present, it becomes even more necessary, I would say, essential to avoid contagion and even save lives, due to the danger Covid-19 represents for everyone.

Matanzas celebrates its 327th birthday

By Coco Simpson

October 12 is a date of celebration for the people of Matanzas, since that day, in 1693, the former Villa de San Carlos and San Severino de Matanzas was founded.

Cuba celebrates Bartender Day

By Mercy Ramos Photos: José (Tito ) Meriño

The bartender or barmen, that professional who is behind a bar every day to delight numerous clients with his or her mixtures, is celebrating today, as in Cuba since 1951 every October 7 pays tribute to these bar magicians.

A smile costs less than electricity and gives more light

By Fabiana Matamoros

A Scottish proverb says that "a smile costs less than electricity and gives more light." Certainly, with the power of this gesture, every person can achieve what they set out to do, because by offering a smile to others, they give themselves love, trust and respect. It is an act of solidarity, kindness and also simplicity.

Coffee, a star product

By Julia Muñoz

Coffee is the drink obtained by straining the roasted and ground seeds of the coffee tree, plant that can grow up to 6 meters in height.

September 30: International Translation Day

By Colette Laforet

Since 1991, the International Translation Federation (FIT) celebrates the International Translation Day every September 30, with the aim of showing solidarity among its members and highlighting the enormous value that this profession has in an increasingly world globalized.

The danzon, Cuban national dance

By Petra Joaquina

Cuba is the cradle of important musical genres, from which dances accompanied by their rhythm have been derived. One of them is the danzon, created by Matanzas musician Miguel Failde and Pérez, in 1879.

La Pradera International Health Center

The "La Pradera" International Health Centre was founded on November 1 st, 1996.lt is located in the western part of Havana, in a natural and revitalizing environment, only 15 km from the city centre and 25 km from the International Jose Marti Airport.

International Sign Language Day

By Antonia Di Fiore

Since 2018, September 23 is the International Day of Sign Languages, proclaimed by the UN. The date commemorates the creation of the World Federation of the Deaf in 1951, a non-government organization that currently holds the status of an advisory body to the United Nations and the highest world authority in the defense of rights and interests of people with hearing impairment.

Cuban history and culture present at French international fair

Prensa Latina

The Cuban history and culture are the focus of attention at the International Fair in Caen, a northern French city, where today's event offers an imaginary journey to the island accompanied by its dances and musical rhythms.

Clotheslines, very necessary but controversial

By Colette Laforet

A clothesline, also known as a string or rope, is a line on which freshly washed clothes are hung to dry and lose moisture in contact with the air.

Fireworks and an illuminated Havana

By Fabiana Matamoros

Fireworks are directly related to the invention of gunpowder in China. They are pyrotechnic devices created with materials that generate internal combustion, capable of producing flames, sparks and smoke.

The Lighthouse and the Giraldilla: two icons of Havana

By Rose Ross

The foreign visitor always expects to go to those spaces that distinguish their destination. In the case of Havana, these sites are not few, many buildings and symbols identify it. However, there are two very old emblems that continue to enchant thousands of visitors every year: The Morro (lighthouse) and The Giraldilla (weather vane with the figure of a woman).

Chocolate, a natural product that deserves celebration

By Irasema Pessoa

The earth provides the human being with infinite benefits, some of them essential for the maintenance of life, others, designed to enchant the senses.