Camaguey

It is the most Spanish of the Cuban cities and it is here where you can still see kids kicking balls in the street and old men and women sitting on the stoops watching the people pass by. Walking around this town is one of the favourite things to do, the streets are designed like a maze and it is easy to get lost for hours wandering around. The historic centre is considered one of the largest and best preserved on the island and the towering lavish churches delight visitors. One of the unique features seen in this town is the decorative tinajones (earthenware jars) on the streets. The people of Camaguey originally produced the jars to collect rainwater during drought and now they are a decorative hallmark. Art galleries and public squares invite visitors in, and don’t be surprised if you end up leaving here with more than one piece of art. Another claim to fame here is Funda del Catre Alley, the narrowest street in the whole country measuring just 7.2 feet wide. Other popular attractions include the International Theater Festival and the traditional San Juan Camagueyano.