Embassy of Russia, Havana

The Embassy of Russia in Havana is the headquarters of the diplomatic mission of the Russian Federation in the Republic of Cuba.

It is well known for its striking constructivist building in the Miramar district of the city, built by architect Aleksandr Rochegov.

[1][2] The embassy is located at #6402 Quinta Avenida (Fifth Avenue, Miramar's prestigious boulevard), between Calles 62 and 66, on a site of about 4 hectares (9.9 acres).

Construction began in December 1978 and was completed in November 1987.

In the 1980s, the embassy was jokingly called the "control tower", a double entendre alluding to both the building's resemblance to an ATC tower and to the USSR's dominant position in the bilateral relationship.

Embassy of Russia in Havana
Embassy of Russia in Havana