Havana Cemetery
February 18, 2024
Havana’s El Cementerio de Cristóbal Colòn the most fascinating Cemetery in the world
We were driven in a classic 1950s Buick to the gates of Havana’s Cemetery of Christopher Columbus—a place steeped in history and mystery. Located in the Vedado neighborhood and founded in 1876, this cemetery is renowned worldwide for its stunningly elaborate memorials and over 500 private family mausoleums. As we walked among the fading grandeur, […]
January 12, 2024
Returned from Havana, Cuba and visited one of the most famous cemeteries in the world.
El Cementerio de Cristóbal Colon (The Cemetery of Christopher Columbus) was founded in 1876 in Vedado which is a lovely neighbourhood in Havana and the same area we stayed. The walkable cemetery is known throughout the world for its historical and architectural significance. More to come on this amazing resting place! […]
August 31, 2023
Havana’s Cementerio de Cristobal Colon and grave of the great Cuban baseball pitcher, Jose Mendez
On my bike ride and walk to this historic Cementerio in the Vedado district of Havana, I discovered the memorial dedicated to all the great baseball players, managers, and umpires from Cuba.
