Discovering Old Havana

"Descubriendo La Habana Vieja"
Spanish B1 writing exercise

Uncover the captivating history of Old Havana's charming streets.

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Some vocabulary you may want to look up before or during this exercise: "corner", "surrounded", "pedestrian (intended for pedestrians)", "live music", "era", "panoramic view (wide vista or landscape)", "fortress" and "sunset".

I’ll give you some sentences to translate into Spanish

  • I’ll show you where you make mistakes
  • I’ll keep track of what you need to practise
  • Change my choices if you want
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How the test works

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Enjoy your visit to Old Havana, where every corner tells a story and each street exudes historic charm. Start your experience in the Cathedral square, surrounded by colonial architecture. Next, walk along Bulevar de Obispo, a pedestrian street full of shops, cafes and live music. Afterwards, discover the Plaza de Armas, the oldest square in the city, with many historic buildings and an atmosphere that transports you to another era. If you like panoramic views, visit the fortress of San Carlos de la Cabaña, where you will be able to enjoy beautiful views during sunset. Finally, go to the Havana Club Rum Museum and learn about the rich tradition of Cuban rum.

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