📜 Callejon de Hamel is a narrow alley in Havana filled with lively colorful murals and sculptures. It's a hub for Afro-Cuban culture, art, and spirituality, featuring works by Salvador Gonzáles Escalona and offering visitors a taste of the city's local art.
🎨 Immerse yourself in unique Afro-Cuban street art and sculptures by Salvador Gonzáles Escalona.
🎶 Experience energetic live rumba music and dancing on Sundays.
✨ Discover a unique expression of Afro-Cuban culture and witness art's positive impact on the community.
📸 Capture incredible photos of the vibrant surroundings.
👨👩👧👦 See a local children's art program in action.
⚠️ Reports of tourist traps, overpriced drinks, and persistent locals.
🚶♀️ A significant distance to walk from Old Havana.
🚧 Can get very crowded, especially on Sunday afternoons.
📶 Internet access can be unreliable, making on-site navigation difficult.
💰 No entrance fee, tipping performers is customary.
🕒 Accessible 24/7, Sunday afternoons are most vibrant for music and dancing.
🎯 Visit on Sunday afternoons for the most vibrant rumba sessions.
💰 Bring small bills for tipping performers.
🚲 Consider a guided bike tour for easier access and navigation.
🗺️ Map the alley beforehand due to iffy internet access.
📍 Located about a 15-minute walk east of Hotel Nacional.
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