University of Havana

The University of Havana, established in 1728, is located in Havana, Cuba. It was once considered a leading institution of higher learning in the Western Hemisphere. Following Fidel Castro's rise to power in 1959, the university lost its autonomy and came under government control, aligning its educational content with the socialist political orientation of the government. Education in Cuba is free at all levels, including higher education. Havana itself is the capital and a major port of Cuba, serving as its leading commercial center and the largest city in the Caribbean region. The city also boasts significant historic colonial architecture, with its Old Havana district designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.12