In the Cuban capital, time seems to stand still. It's impossible to learn Spanish in Havana without succumbing to its charms... Spanish colonial architecture in the old quarter contrasts with the crumbling grandeur of the surrounding neighbourhoods.

In Havana, life happens outside: pedestrians stroll along the Malecón, the famous promenade that hugs the ocean, while photography fans can explore the old quarter or the colourful markets. Even though today it's a metropolis with 2 million inhabitants, the centre still boasts a mix of Baroque and neo-classical monuments, as well as homes with beautiful columns, wrought iron balconies and interior courtyards.