Havana

San Cristóbal de la Habana · Founded 1519 CE

Historical name:
San Cristóbal de la Habana
Founded:
1519 CE
Peak population:
2,200,000 (1989 CE)

Havana (historically San Cristóbal de la Habana) is a historic city mapped in the World History Atlas, with records dating from 1519 CE. Explore the civilizations that held it across time on the interactive map.

Frequently asked questions

What is Havana?
Havana is a historic city (historically known as San Cristóbal de la Habana) documented in the World History Atlas.
When was Havana founded?
1519 CE
What was the historical name of Havana?
San Cristóbal de la Habana