The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall have just completed an Official Visit to Cuba, as part of a long tour of six countries in the Caribbean from March 17 to the 29th. This was the first official visit by a member of the Royal Family to Cuba. The Prince and Duchess’ visit highlighted cultural and academic connections, links between the people of the U.K. and Cuba, and explore key themes, such as the arts, youth entrepreneurship, heritage restoration and sustainable agriculture.
The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall tour the José Martí exhibition, learning more about his life. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/Mq0tTtAMd0
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 24, 2019
The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall tour the José Martí exhibition, learning more about his life. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/Mq0tTtAMd0
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 24, 2019The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall arrived in Havana on March 24th where, after an official welcome, they laid a wreath at the Memorial of Cuba’s national hero José Martí.
Highlights of TRH’s walk through Old Havana include El Templete, which commemorates the site of the first mass and town council of San Cristóbal de la Habana, and Plaza de Armas - the city’s oldest square. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/wif1Bfqk0K
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 25, 2019
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Highlights of TRH’s walk through Old Havana include El Templete, which commemorates the site of the first mass and town council of San Cristóbal de la Habana, and Plaza de Armas - the city’s oldest square. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/wif1Bfqk0K
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 25, 2019The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall watch performances at the @AcostaDanza dance school.
The school was set up by Carlos Acosta to give aspiring young dancers the opportunity to develop their talent. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/JtWqLlunBy
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 25, 2019
The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall watch performances at the @AcostaDanza dance school.
The school was set up by Carlos Acosta to give aspiring young dancers the opportunity to develop their talent. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/JtWqLlunBy
The boxing gym runs classes for schools and members of the community. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/LVWgyGpcxF
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 25, 2019
The boxing gym runs classes for schools and members of the community. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/LVWgyGpcxF
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 25, 2019The workshops are open to all generations and promotes social inclusion and equality. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/sD0Fv4dcIq
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 26, 2019
The workshops are open to all generations and promotes social inclusion and equality. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/sD0Fv4dcIq
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 26, 2019The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall are joining the President of Cuba for an official welcome dinner at the Palacio de la Revolucion. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/wnnU7J9o9b
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 26, 2019
The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall are joining the President of Cuba for an official welcome dinner at the Palacio de la Revolucion. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/wnnU7J9o9b
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 26, 2019On March 25th, the Prince and Duchess visited a community and arts centre, followed by a meeting with some of Cuba’s young entrepreneurs at an event in central Havana. That evening, the President of Cuba hosted an Official Dinner in honour of the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall at the Palacio de la Revolucion.
TRHs The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall arrived this morning to John Lennon Park in #Havana driving a classic MG Series DT Midget 1953 #RoyalVisitCuba #Cuba pic.twitter.com/2Lrs4DG2KD
— UKinCuba 🇬🇧🇨🇺 (@UKinCuba) March 26, 2019
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TRHs The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall arrived this morning to John Lennon Park in #Havana driving a classic MG Series DT Midget 1953 #RoyalVisitCuba #Cuba pic.twitter.com/2Lrs4DG2KD
— UKinCuba 🇬🇧🇨🇺 (@UKinCuba) March 26, 2019Their Royal Highnesses visit Areito EGREM Recording Studios. #RoyalVisitCuba
EGREM is the national record label of Cuba with many musical Cuban icons having recorded here. pic.twitter.com/03vjI9lvfO
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 26, 2019
Their Royal Highnesses visit Areito EGREM Recording Studios. #RoyalVisitCuba
EGREM is the national record label of Cuba with many musical Cuban icons having recorded here. pic.twitter.com/03vjI9lvfO
His Royal Highness believes passionately in the advantages of organic farming.
34 years ago, The Prince converted the Duchy Home Farm into a completely organic farming system. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/EdGyjCOt6h
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 26, 2019
His Royal Highness believes passionately in the advantages of organic farming.
34 years ago, The Prince converted the Duchy Home Farm into a completely organic farming system. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/EdGyjCOt6h
The Duchess of Cornwall joins a discussion with the Federation of Cuban Women to hear about how Cuba is combatting domestic violence and providing protection and support for victims and families. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/6ywMWOECpI
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 26, 2019
The Duchess of Cornwall joins a discussion with the Federation of Cuban Women to hear about how Cuba is combatting domestic violence and providing protection and support for victims and families. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/6ywMWOECpI
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 26, 2019At the iconic Grand Theatre Alicia Alonso in Havana, The Prince and The Duchess view performances showcasing Cuban dance. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/dc16rUOf6D
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 27, 2019
At the iconic Grand Theatre Alicia Alonso in Havana, The Prince and The Duchess view performances showcasing Cuban dance. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/dc16rUOf6D
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 27, 2019The following day, the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall met a group of owners of British classic cars and paid a visit to a Cuban music recording studio, as well as one of the country’s leading dance studios. The Prince traveled out of Havana to learn more about renewable energy and organic farming in Cuba, before returning for a reception hosted by the British Ambassador.
The Prince and The Duchess arrive at a paladar, part of the increasingly popular selection of private restaurants in Cuba. #RoyalVisitCuba
TRH try some Cuban dishes, including moro y cristianos, rice made with black beans, and local cheeses. pic.twitter.com/PRUL3fghTu
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 27, 2019
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The Prince and The Duchess arrive at a paladar, part of the increasingly popular selection of private restaurants in Cuba. #RoyalVisitCuba
TRH try some Cuban dishes, including moro y cristianos, rice made with black beans, and local cheeses. pic.twitter.com/PRUL3fghTu
HRH stops in at a Farriers workshop run by World Horse Welfare for farriers from all over Cuba. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/bGB2iEjECs
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 27, 2019
HRH stops in at a Farriers workshop run by World Horse Welfare for farriers from all over Cuba. #RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/bGB2iEjECs
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 27, 2019HRH speaks to artists about how they and their community responded to the tornado that hit Havana in January. #RoyalVisitCuba
The storm destroyed hundreds of homes and killed 4 people. Artists & entrepreneurs mobilised to provide emergency supplies and food to those affected. pic.twitter.com/wM8dZzduzA
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 27, 2019
HRH speaks to artists about how they and their community responded to the tornado that hit Havana in January. #RoyalVisitCuba
The storm destroyed hundreds of homes and killed 4 people. Artists & entrepreneurs mobilised to provide emergency supplies and food to those affected. pic.twitter.com/wM8dZzduzA
On March 27th, the couple visited a private restaurant, after which the Prince of Wales visited Cuba’s south coast to learn more about the country’s flora and fauna, where he attended a roundtable discussion on environmental conservation, while the Duchess visited an equestrian centre helping students from primary school level through to the country’s National team, and attended a roundtable to discuss the work being done to help those affected by domestic violence.
Thank you for welcoming The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall to Cuba. It has been a wonderful visit. 🇨🇺
Gracias por recibir en Cuba al Príncipe de Gales y a la Duquesa de Cornualles. Ha sido una visita maravillosa.#RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/nU8jki9WaZ
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) March 27, 2019
Thank you for welcoming The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall to Cuba. It has been a wonderful visit. 🇨🇺
Gracias por recibir en Cuba al Príncipe de Gales y a la Duquesa de Cornualles. Ha sido una visita maravillosa.#RoyalVisitCuba pic.twitter.com/nU8jki9WaZ