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Havana Prepares To Celebrate Its 504th Anniversary

HAVANA, CUBA - NOVEMBER 15: The Archbishop of Havana, Cardinal Juan de la Caridad García, leads the Mass on the eve of the celebration of the 504th anniversary of the founding of the Villa de San Cristobal of Havana, inside the Havana Cathedral, on November 15, 2023, in Havana, Cuba. On November 16, the Cuban capital marks its 504th founding anniversary, with authorities unveiling an extensive plan of activities to commemorate this historic occasion. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#10787976
Date Taken	15 November 2023
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Photographer	Artur Widak/NurPhoto
Category	Religion and Belief
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Artur Widak/NurPhoto

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