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Challenges Abound For Historic Preservation Efforts In Havana

Posted by: Abhijeet Chavan
Thanks to: Larry Segal
1 May 2003 - 5:00am

Havana's chief preservationist discusses the challenges of preserving the past and avoiding the planning mistakes of wealthier nations.

In the old city of Havana, two buildings collapse every three days. With a city so rich in architectural treasures, this is a disturbing reality. TPR is pleased to share this interview with the former president of Havana’s Landmarks Commission and Dean of Havana’s Faculty of Architecture, Mario Coyula, in which he discusses the preservation challenges both Havana and all of Cuba face to avoid the planning mistakes of wealthier nations.

Full Story: Havana's Architectural Preservationist Mario Cuyola On Planning & Historic Preservation In Cuba
Source: The Planning Report, April 30, 2003
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