University of Havana


 

 
The Alma Mater of the University of Havana, patterned after that of Columbia University. Walk past the columns into the main quad. On the other side of the quad is...   ...the library, built when Ernest Hemingway gave his Nobel Prize award to the University. Hemingway, you might well guess, is a hero in Cuba.
     
 
This science building is to the left of the quad. Notice that inside the columns is an atrium.   This is the atrium of the science building. Yes, I could definitely work in these surroundings.
     
 
A study hall. Look like typical students to me.   The Historian of the University ringing the bell in the main auditorium. This bell may only be rung by him, and only to salute honored guests. I saw him honor the president of Colombia in '98.
     
 
I encountered this interesting piece in the science building.   Another work of art in the science building.
     
Owl
Detail of building on campus.  The owl signifies wisdom.



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