Cuba: Old Havana and fortifications
Score: 57

"Old Havana must be one of the sites that has most benefited from World Heritage status. Despite enormous challenges, important restoration work has been undertaken in Old Havana. The cultural integrity is high, and condition of buildings in renovated areas is very good, while in areas still waiting for renovation, the situation is critical."

"Great place for visitors to buy arts and crafts, but the area is becoming quite touristy. It certainly presents a rather sanitized view of Cuban life."

"One of my favorite places to walk around. The streets are alive with the people and music. I sensed that the worst days have passed for much of the architecture here."

"Old Havana restorations continue amidst protests from locals who were initially displaced by these restorations. Due to protests, many were allowed to move back. Given restoration, which seems to have great integrity, condition of buildings is improving. Tourism development seems of appropriate character—small scale restored hotels, etc."

"Future in doubt, depending on political decision-making without any public input."