Elio Delgado Valdes Archives - Page 6 of 19

Saint Lazarus Day in Cuba: Beyond Faith

Every 17th of December, many Cubans celebrate Saint Lazarus Day. On the streets, children, young people and the elderly wear the symbolic garments made of jute and purple fabrics, in allusion to the saint said to protect one’s health. (30 photos)

Another Look at Miramar, Havana

The west-laying areas of the Cuban capital break with the architectural style that prevails in other parts of the city. There, we find eclectic mansions surrounded by gardens, well-kept avenues and large supermarkets, a place where the country’s hotel chains have brought about the development of tourism. (28 photos)

Cuba and Learning to Recycle

Despite the existence of a law – passed in 1975 – which establishes that all entities whose productive processes or services generate waste that isn’t re-used in any way must recycle that waste, there is indisputably no habit of recycling among Cubans. The direct consequence of not separating garbage products are people who pick anything of any value out of garbage bins. These dumpster-divers apparently make ends meet this way, to the detriment of the city’s cleanliness and their own health. (30 photos)

New York’s Ballet Hispanico in Havana

Havana’s International Ballet Festival treats us to several surprises. Among those during the current event is the presence of the Ballet Hispanico of New York. HT was on hand at their first performance. (30 photos)

Environmental Realities in Havana

It is almost impossible to take in a deep breath of fresh air in urban Havana, where the emission of pollutants into the atmosphere can be witnessed absolutely everywhere you go. Elio Delgado Valdes brings us photos of several of the elements that contaminate the city’s atmosphere. (31 photos)

Central Park Havana

One of the busiest places in Havana is Central Park. Seated on one of the stone benches, the unique setting makes us visualize a museum of architecture, surrounded by buildings where the ecliptic and classic style harmoniously dialogue… (28 photos)

Old Havana Under Repairs

Many are the obstacles we must dodge as we head for work or go out for a stroll around the Old Havana. The installation of underground piping began in January of 2013. A large investment to restore this infrastructure using cutting edge technology is being made. (30 photos)

Virgin of Charity Pilgrimage in Havana

The traditional pilgrimage of the Virgin of Charity, Patroness of Cuba, took place on September 8th in the streets of the capital with the assistance of Cardinal Jaime Ortega. Starting at the church of the Virgin of Charity of El Cobre in Centro Habana, the procession wound its way through the streets of Zanja, Reyna and Galiano, accompanied by a large number of people carrying lit candles and images of the virgin. (28 photos)

Sights from Havana’s Streets

Cuba is unquestionably a rapidly aging society. The care afforded the elderly by our welfare system, and the country’s achievements in the field of medicine, serves to prolong the life of individuals. This has led to a phenomenon in which families are often composed of three and even four different generations, making the housing situation more difficult. (29 photos)

Back to School in Cuba 2014-15

The new school year began on Monday in Cuba for students of all ages, from pre-school to university. From the early morning hours students and parents were out on the street heading for the first day ceremonies and orientations. (35 photos)