Aguilera Street: One of the Most Walked-Around Streets in Santiago de Cuba

Aguilera Street is one of the oldest streets in Santiago de Cuba City. Most of the people of Santiago walk along it to go to different places within the historic core.

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Nonetheless, just a few people realize that this important city artery features incalculable historical and architectural values. On this matter, the bibliography refers to the opening, in 1914, of the section where the old fortress was based (San Francisco fortress became Artillery barracks and divided the road into two sections with different names: Marina to the west and San Tadeo to east); so it was named Francisco Vicente Aguilera. This development eased the flow of cars and pedestrians.

Among the numerous buildings along this street, some of those located within the San Pedro – Calvario section have the talent of architect Carlos Segrera as common element.

The list includes the former San Carlos Club; the House of Mail and Telegraph, inaugurated on April 23, 1916 and described as a magnificent work; Emilio Bacardí Moreau Museum and the Provincial Government Palace. The last two are its most emblematic projects.

All in all the works stand out due to their quality and they presently identify and enhance the prestige in the urban-architectural sphere of this city.