Sober lines enlivened by a superb mozoarabic loggia emphasise the Andalusian inspiration of this building, constructed in 1516 and the ancestor of all Cuba’s colonial residences. Inside, theMuseo de Ambiente Histórico Cubano is an interior decorator’s dream: a rich collection of furniture illustrates how a Cuban style was forged, the result of a blend of many influences. An informative visit in an exceptional setting.