Havana is the capital city of Cuba, named after the Taino cacique Habaguanex, who controlled the area where the village was first settled. The name has evolved over time, with various theories suggesting its origin from the Taino term "haba, " meaning "hanging basket, " or from the word "Abana, " referring to an indigenous girl named Guara. Historically, Havana was a strategic port for Spanish colonial trade and a major hub for the Spanish treasure fleet. Its cultural and economic significance has endured, making it a symbol of Cuban history and identity.
