Finally, because Habana is one of the safest cities in the world, one is free to get to know the people, who might be the friendliest in the world. Habaneros are a lively, ebullient, rhythmical, and musical people, with a powerful sense of history, culture, purpose, and national identity. By U.S. standards, Cuba is a racial paradise. Residential segregation does not appear to exist. Cuba is no utopia, however.
Problems abound, the vestiges of racism can still be found, and the future is uncertain.
Even so, Habana has found an endearing place in my heart, and I will continue to study and visit it.