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Little Havana

district, Miami, Florida, United States
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Blue sign with hurricane symbol and bus icon, reading Hurricane Evacuation Bus Stop in English and Parada de Autobus para Evacuacion de Huracanes in Spanish.
Little Havana, Miami, Florida Street sign in English and Spanish in Little Havana, a mainly Cuban area of Miami, Florida.

Little Havana is a vibrant district in Miami, Florida, primarily known as a Cuban enclave. It developed as a neighborhood for Cuban immigrants, particularly after the Cuban Revolution in 1959, and is a significant part of Miami's rich ethnic tapestry.1

The district is characterized by its cultural identity, with landmarks like the annual Calle Ocho festival, which is part of the Carnaval Miami celebration. This area showcases the strong connection between Miami and Latin America, reflecting the city's diverse population, which is over 70 percent Hispanic/Latino.1

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  1. Havana - Cultural life
  2. Havana - City layout
  3. Havana - Character of the city
  4. Havana - Foundation and early growth
  5. Havana - People of Havana
  6. Miami

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