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Old Havana (Spanish: ''La Habana Vieja'') is the original part of the city of Havana , bounded by the line of the city walls. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site . La Habana Vieja is also one of the municipalities of the city of Havana , Cuba , extending to the south and west beyond the original city. History Havana Vieja was founded by the Spanish in 1519 in the natural harbour of the Bay of Havana. It became a stopping point for the treasure laden spanish Galleon s on the crossing between the New World and the Old World . in the 17th century it was one of the main ship-building centers. The city was built in Baroque and Neoclassic style. Many buildings have fallen in ruin in the later half of the 20th century, but a number are being restored. Landmarks and attractions
UNESCO Heritage site In 1982 , La Habana Vieja was inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List . A safeguarding campaign has been launched a year later to restore the authentic character of the buildings. Photo gallery Image:Capitolio_havana.jpg|Capitol Building Image:Cuba.HabanaVieja.Street.01.jpg|Old Havana, 2002 Image:Cuba009.jpg|The Moro Castle by night See also External links |