#SpotlightCuba

Fodor's Travel: Old Havana whispers tales of Cuba's colonial past. To best see all of its mansions and palaces, nearly two-dozen cultural centers and museums, six churches, and five convents, plan to tour on foot.

Fodor's Travel: Modeled after D.C.'s Capitol building, the Capitolio in Havana is the home of Cuba’s legislature. The outside is worth a look - some 30 bas-reliefs on the main door depict events in Cuba's history.

Fodor's Travel: Cuba’s most popular tourist destination, Varadero is home to Playa Azul, a spectacular white-sand beach, and all-inclusive resorts that rival those anywhere in the world.

Fodor's Travel: Coral, cut and hauled from the edge of the sea by slaves, was used to build many of Havana's churches. Look carefully at the and you'll see fossils of marine flora and fauna in the stone.

Fodor's Travel: It’s the birthplace of the mojito and has been a favorite for celebrities like Ernest Hemingway.

Fodor's Travel: Full of crystal chandeliers, hand-painted tiles, Italian-marble columns, and carved hardwoods, it houses one of the city's best restaurant and a rooftop bar that's perfect for watching the sunset.

Fodor's Travel: One of Cuba’s magical places, we recommend visiting the Museo de la Lucha Contra Bandidos (Museum of the Fight Against Bandits) and climbing the tower for a sweeping view of the city.