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El Capitolio Havana, Cuba ☎ +53 7 8603411 Last Updated: 03/02/2023 |
| El Capitolio, also known as the National Capitol Building, is a historic building located in Havana, the capital city of Cuba. It was built in the early 20th century as the seat of government and served as the home of the Cuban Congress until the Cuban Revolution in 1959. | |
| The building was designed by the Cuban architect Eugenio Rayneri Piedra and is considered one of the finest examples of Neoclassical architecture in Cuba. It is distinguished by its imposing dome, which is 92 meters tall and made of copper. After the Cuban Revolution, the building was repurposed as the headquarters of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment, and later as the National Library of Science and Technology. In recent years, it has undergone extensive renovations and is now used as the home of the Cuban Academy of Sciences. Despite its changing uses, El Capitolio remains an important symbol of Cuban history and culture. Visitors can take a guided tour of the building to learn about its architecture, history, and significance to the Cuban people. The building is also a popular spot for photography, with its grand façade and stunning interior features such as the Hall of Lost Steps and the Statue of the Republic. | |
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