Human Perch

There have to be millions of balconies in Havana. While wandering the streets there, if you look up, you can watch people watching people. Sometimes there are extra surprises up there, like this balcony which doesn't look like it would be a good match for someone with even a mild case of vertigo. As always, clicking on the image will enlarge it. Comments are welcome! … [Read more...]

Comes With Half Balcony

Cuba is the oddest juxtaposition of beautiful buildings with years and years of neglect and decay. The reason: The government owns the buildings and therefore is responsible for their upkeep. In contrast, residents own the homes inside these buildings, and these are often exquisite and beautiful. I spoke to several Cubans who were very upset with the government's slow response to crumbling … [Read more...]