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Urban garden. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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The Capitol, modeled after the U.S. Congress. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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The grave of Jose Raul Capablanca, world chess champion in the 1920's, is guarded by a giant chess piece. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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Art galleries abound in Old Havana. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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Many properties would look abandoned if not for laundry drying on lines. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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A recurring symbol of the Revolution: the laundry of ordinary people drying outside former mansions of the rich. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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Beautifully maintained embassies are located in Miramar, a Havana suburb. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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Street performers and spectators. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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Book vendor. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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Pressing sugar cane juice, a popular street drink. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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Lee Schwartz, Breck '98 (who studied at the University of Havana in 2001) buys peanuts from a street vendor. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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Ice cream parlor. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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Street performer taking a break. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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A 1950's Dodge in immaculate condition. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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Car repair is a common street activity. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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A 1950s Chevrolet. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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Broken sidewalks and open manholes make walking an adventure. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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On many American cars from the 1950s, make and year are proudly displayed in large type. This Ford has a "for sale" sign on the rear window. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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Kids playing baseball, barefoot. MinnPost photo by Joel Kramer.
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