February 8, 2026
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11 minutes
La Cabaña Fortress, Havana: From Spanish Military Stronghold to Revolutionary Prison
Discover La Cabaña, the colossal stone shield that dominates Havana’s skyline. Built as an impregnable defense against the British, it transformed into Che Guevara’s headquarters and a grim execution ground in 1959. Find out why this fortress remains the most haunting site in the Caribbean.
