Plaza de la Revolucion, A Monument to Revolutionary Triumph

Paseo Street and Independence Avenue Revolution Square

The tallest building in Havana

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Monument

Sculpture

Fountain

Introduction

Revolution Square in Havana was constructed in 1959 and was originally named People's Square. It covers an area of 72,000 square meters. It represents the country's significance and nature, just like Tiananmen Square in China. The square is named after the victory of the Cuban Revolution. In the center of the square stands a 17-meter-high statue made of marble, representing José Martí, the most famous revolutionary leader and poet of Cuba. Behind the statue stands a 142-meter-high lookout tower, one of the tallest buildings in Havana. On the south side of the square is the central committee of the Communist Party of Cuba, which is the highest political power in Cuba. Castro and Raúl often hold meetings here. On the north side of the square are the Cuban Ministry of the Interior and the Cuban Ministry of Communications. On the outer wall of the Ministry of the Interior, there is a statue of Che Guevara and his famous quote "Forever onward to victory". On the wall of the Ministry of Communications, there is another revolutionary hero's portrait, Camilo, who led the revolution with Castro. Around Revolution Square, there are other iconic buildings, such as the Cuban Ministry of Defense, the Cuban National Theater, and the National Library. These buildings represent the historical and cultural value of Cuba.

Address

Paseo Street and Independence Avenue Revolution Square

Opening hours

The square is open all day
The observation tower is open from 9:00-17:00 Monday to Saturday, and is closed on Sundays.

Transportation

Take a taxi from the old town for about 5 CUC; if you drive, you need to park your car on the east side of the square.