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Cuba is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea. It has a population of over 11 million people and its largest city and capital is Havana. Cuba has a tropical climate and its terrain consists mostly of flat land along the coasts and some inland mountains. The primary ethnic groups are white, black, Chinese, and mixed race. Spanish is the dominant language. Baseball is the most popular sport and Cuban culture shows influences from Spanish, African, and Chinese traditions.
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Cuba is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea south of Florida. The largest island, Cuba, has a mostly flat landscape with some hills and mountains. Spanish is the official language and most residents are of Spanish or African descent. Cuba has a communist government and state-controlled economy. The culture features music genres like son and salsa that have spread worldwide. Baseball is the most popular sport. Christopher Columbus first claimed Cuba for Spain in 1492 and it remained a Spanish colony for over 400 years until gaining independence in 1902. Fidel Castro took power in 1959 and established a communist regime that still controls the country today.
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Cuba is an island nation located in the Caribbean Sea with varied terrain including coastal areas, plains, hills and mountains. Its culture is a blend of native, Spanish and African influences seen in music, food and customs. Baseball is a popular sport due to American proximity. Cuba had a thriving nightlife and music scene before the 1959 revolution imposed communist rule, isolating the country economically and suppressing individual expression.
A Cultural Understanding of Cuba
Cuba has a unique culture that differs from the UK in several key ways due to its communist political system and tropical climate. Some of the main cultural differences include Cuba's strong agricultural economy focused on sugar, tobacco, rum and cigars compared to the UK's service-based economy. Poverty is also more widespread in Cuba where the average monthly wage is only $17-30 compared to much higher incomes in the UK. Famous Cuban cultural aspects include salsa dancing, cigars, rum and political figures like Che Guevara.
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Cuba is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea with a population of over 11 million people. The culture of Cuba is a blend of Spanish, African, and Caribbean influences seen in foods like rice and beans, the music of salsa, and the religion of Santeria. Cuba had a "Golden Age" of filmmaking following the 1959 revolution. Christopher Columbus first landed in Cuba in 1492 and it later became a Spanish colony, gaining independence in the 1900s after struggles against Spanish rule.
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Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean, located between the Gulf of Mexico, Florida, Haiti, Jamaica, and the Yucatan Peninsula. Some notable landmarks in Cuba include the Che Guevara Mausoleum in Santa Clara, which houses the remains of Ernesto Che Guevara and has a museum about his life. Popular sports, foods, music and clothing are also highlighted.
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Cuba is an island nation in the Caribbean Sea whose capital and largest city is Havana. The population of Cuba is approximately 11.5 million people, most of whom are Roman Catholic. The economy is largely state-controlled and centered around exports like sugar, tobacco, and coffee. Cuba has a long history dating back to indigenous peoples and Spanish colonization. It gained independence in the late 19th century but has had a tumultuous relationship with the United States, leading to the Cuban Revolution in the 1950s and establishment of a communist government under Fidel Castro.
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Cuba is the largest Caribbean island nation with a land area of 110,860 sq km and over 11 million people. It has a population that is primarily mixed European and African descent and Spanish is the main language. Cuba has a long history first as a Spanish colony and then having a tumultuous relationship with the United States in the 20th century including the Bay of Pigs invasion and Cuban Missile Crisis.
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Cuba is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea south of Florida. The largest island, Cuba, has a mostly flat landscape with some hills and mountains. Spanish is the official language and most residents are of Spanish or African descent. Cuba has a communist government and state-controlled economy. The culture features music genres like son and salsa that have spread worldwide. Baseball is the most popular sport. Christopher Columbus first claimed Cuba for Spain in 1492 and it remained a Spanish colony for over 400 years until gaining independence in 1902. Fidel Castro took power in 1959 and established a communist regime that still controls the country today.
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Cuba is an island nation located in the Caribbean Sea with varied terrain including coastal areas, plains, hills and mountains. Its culture is a blend of native, Spanish and African influences seen in music, food and customs. Baseball is a popular sport due to American proximity. Cuba had a thriving nightlife and music scene before the 1959 revolution imposed communist rule, isolating the country economically and suppressing individual expression.
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Cuba has a unique culture that differs from the UK in several key ways due to its communist political system and tropical climate. Some of the main cultural differences include Cuba's strong agricultural economy focused on sugar, tobacco, rum and cigars compared to the UK's service-based economy. Poverty is also more widespread in Cuba where the average monthly wage is only $17-30 compared to much higher incomes in the UK. Famous Cuban cultural aspects include salsa dancing, cigars, rum and political figures like Che Guevara.
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Cuba is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea with a population of over 11 million people. The culture of Cuba is a blend of Spanish, African, and Caribbean influences seen in foods like rice and beans, the music of salsa, and the religion of Santeria. Cuba had a "Golden Age" of filmmaking following the 1959 revolution. Christopher Columbus first landed in Cuba in 1492 and it later became a Spanish colony, gaining independence in the 1900s after struggles against Spanish rule.
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Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean, located between the Gulf of Mexico, Florida, Haiti, Jamaica, and the Yucatan Peninsula. Some notable landmarks in Cuba include the Che Guevara Mausoleum in Santa Clara, which houses the remains of Ernesto Che Guevara and has a museum about his life. Popular sports, foods, music and clothing are also highlighted.
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Cuba is an island nation in the Caribbean Sea whose capital and largest city is Havana. The population of Cuba is approximately 11.5 million people, most of whom are Roman Catholic. The economy is largely state-controlled and centered around exports like sugar, tobacco, and coffee. Cuba has a long history dating back to indigenous peoples and Spanish colonization. It gained independence in the late 19th century but has had a tumultuous relationship with the United States, leading to the Cuban Revolution in the 1950s and establishment of a communist government under Fidel Castro.
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Cuba is the largest Caribbean island nation with a land area of 110,860 sq km and over 11 million people. It has a population that is primarily mixed European and African descent and Spanish is the main language. Cuba has a long history first as a Spanish colony and then having a tumultuous relationship with the United States in the 20th century including the Bay of Pigs invasion and Cuban Missile Crisis.
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Cuba gained independence from the United States in the late 19th century after a fight for freedom. In the 20th century, Cuba had its first elected president but later fell under the control of dictators Fulgencio Batista and then Fidel Castro. Catholicism is the dominant religion in Cuba but African and indigenous beliefs are also practiced. Typical Cuban cuisine features rice, beans, and tropical fruits that reflect the cultural influences of Spain and West Africa.
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Between 1920 and 1959, 30-50% of all Americans traveling to the Caribbean visited Havana, Cuba, which had the best sanitary conditions and a pleasant climate. Over 1.7 million American tourists visited Havana in the 1950s for gambling, drinking and other amusements. In 1961, the US broke diplomatic relations with Cuba and banned travel there, causing American visitors - 90% of tourists at the time - to disappear abruptly. Cuba has since diversified its tourism industry and increased its hotel capacity and quality while tourism income has increased many times over.
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Cuba is a Caribbean island nation located south of Florida. It has a tropical climate and faces hurricanes seasonally. The population is around 11 million, most of whom are Catholic. Spanish is the official language. Baseball and boxing are popular sports. Culturally, Cuban music and dances like the rumba and son became popular in the US during a time when Americans frequently vacationed in Cuba. However, the US established an economic embargo against Cuba in the 1960s due to tensions between the governments. The embargo has been condemned by most UN members as hurting ordinary Cuban citizens.
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This document provides information about Cuba. It includes:
- Key facts about Cuba such as the capital, major cities, currency, languages, airlines, religion and climate.
- Details about Cuban culture including influences, celebrations, food, music and dances.
- An overview of Cuban history from early inhabitants to the Cuban Revolution.
- Descriptions of geographic features like mountains, valleys and national parks.
- Information on transportation options within Cuba.
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Cuba is an island country located in the Caribbean. It consists of many islands with Havana as the capital and largest city. Cuba borders the United States to the north, Mexico to the west, and other Caribbean countries. The document provides details on Cuba's geography, cities, rivers, population, economy, culture, and history. It notes that Cuba was originally inhabited by native tribes and later colonized by the Spanish, and eventually gained independence in the 20th century.
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This document provides a summary of key facts about Cuba's geography, demographics, history, and government. It notes that Cuba is an island nation in the Caribbean comprised of its main island as well as smaller archipelagos. It discusses Cuba's largest city and capital Havana, as well as its population size and literacy rates. The document then summarizes some important events in Cuba's history, including Columbus claiming the island for Spain in 1492, independence from Spain in 1902, and Fidel Castro taking power and establishing a communist government in 1952.
Cuban culture
Cuban culture is a blend of Spanish, African, and Caribbean influences. Cuban music has roots in European and African traditions, incorporating polyrhythmic percussion and melody. Foods like black beans and stews also show this cultural mix. Art reflects Cuba's diversity through genres influenced by Africa, Europe, and North America. Cuban cinema grew in the postwar period, producing acclaimed films that highlighted a "Golden Age". Popular dances include Son, Mambo, Cha-Cha-Cha, and others, combining elements from different cultural backgrounds.
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Cubans are a multi-ethnic people descended primarily from Spanish, African, and Chinese ancestors. The majority of Cubans are Christian, though Santeria, a blend of Catholicism and Yoruba religions, is also widely practiced. Cuban culture reflects its European, African, and American influences, seen especially in music like son, bolero, rumba, and mambo. The Spanish language is universally spoken, though some Cuban Americans use English. Cubans live in homes, huts, and apartments and face challenges like food shortages that they try to address through black market supplementation of government rations.
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Before 1492, Cuba was populated by two indigenous groups, the Tat o and Ciboney. These groups farmed, fished, and hunted for subsistence. They also participated in rituals like smoking tobacco. Beginning in the 15th century, the Taino people arrived and incorporated into Cuban society. Europeans later introduced slavery, and African descendants now comprise 11% of Cuba's population. Today, Cuba has a diverse cultural makeup due to its history as a port between Europe, Africa, and the Americas. However, the communist government established in 1959 has polarized Cuba from the Western world in recent decades.
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Cuba is a Caribbean island nation located south of Florida. It has a tropical climate and faces hurricanes seasonally. The population is around 11 million, most of whom are Catholic. Spanish is the official language. Baseball and boxing are popular sports. Culturally, Cuban music and dances like the rumba and son became popular in the US during a time when Americans frequently vacationed in Cuba. However, the US established an economic embargo against Cuba in the 1960s due to tensions between the governments. The embargo has been condemned by most UN members as hurting ordinary Cuban citizens.
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This document provides information about Cuba. It includes:
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- Details about Cuban culture including influences, celebrations, food, music and dances.
- An overview of Cuban history from early inhabitants to the Cuban Revolution.
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This document provides a summary of key facts about Cuba's geography, demographics, history, and government. It notes that Cuba is an island nation in the Caribbean comprised of its main island as well as smaller archipelagos. It discusses Cuba's largest city and capital Havana, as well as its population size and literacy rates. The document then summarizes some important events in Cuba's history, including Columbus claiming the island for Spain in 1492, independence from Spain in 1902, and Fidel Castro taking power and establishing a communist government in 1952.
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- 1. Cuba CHRISTIAN HICKS 9/15/09
- 2. Geography •Cuba is an island located in the Caribbean sea, north of the profound Atlantic ocean and east of the gulf of Mexico. Although there are several little islands around, Cuba is the largest at 110,860 km making it the 17th largest island in the world and the biggest country by landmass in the Caribbean. The largest island outside other than the main one is Isla de la juventad located in the southwest shore of Cuba. •More than 4,000 islands and cay’s are located in the surrounding sea of Cuba. •Cuba has a total population of 11,394,043 people .Ethnic groups including about 65% white,10% black,1% Chinese and 25% Mullato or Mestizo. •The terrain is mostly flat at sea level and some mountains and marshlands as you go inland. •Cuba’s climate is very tropical, it has a dry season from November to April and a strong rainy season from May to October.
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