The splendor of Cuba : 450 years of architecture and interiors / Michael Connors; principal photography by Brent Winebrenner.

An unprecedented tour of stunning and architecturally significant Cuban palacios, mansions, and private homes that have been meticulously preserved, previously un-photographed, and inaccessible to visitors. At a time when more travelers are rediscovering Cuba, this lavishly illustrated volume offers...

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Main Author: Connors, Michael W.
Other Authors: Winebrenner, Brent
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Rizzoli, 2011.
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