Where exactly is Callejon de Hamel in Cuba? Visit google maps to find out.

"Time-lapse photography is a cinematography technique whereby each film frame is captured at a rate much slower than it will be played back. When replayed at normal speed, time appears to be moving faster and thus lapsing. Time-lapse photography can be considered to be the opposite of high speed photography."

The flag of Cuba was adopted on May 20, 1902, containing a field with five blue and white stripes, and a red triangle at the hoist with a white 5-pointed star. The flag was designed in 1848 for the liberation movement, which sought to detach Cuba from Spain. The flag was briefly hoisted in 1850 at Cardenas but was not officially adopted until 1902, when independence was granted by the US.

Cuban art is a diverse cultural blend of African, European and North American visual design reflecting the diverse demographic of the island. Cuban artists embraced European modernism and the early part of the 20th century saw a growth in Cuban vanguardism movements, these movements were characterized by a mixture of modern artistic genres. Some of the more celebrated 20th century Cuban artists include Amelia Peláez (1896-1968), best known for a series of mural projects and painter Wifredo Lam (1902-1982) who created a highly personal version of modern primitivism.

Taken by an IMA staffer during the documentary trip.

Even if you only play Uno, it’s still worth learning more about cards.

Cuban music runs deeper than Buena Vista Social Club. Learn more about it from National Geographic World Music.

Want to see more images of Cuba or want to submit some of your own? Visit this flickr group, Cuba – todo a lo Cubano.

Find out more information about the Cuban muralist and painter Salvador Gonzales.