El Cañonazo de las nueve
Experience the Cannon Firing Tradition
Attraction
Duration: 1 Hour
Distance to city centre: 4.1km
Hours: Closed
Opens: 8:00 PM Tuesday
El Cañonazo de las Nueve is a historical ceremony where a cannon is fired at 9 PM every night to commemorate the closing of the city gates at the time of Spanish colonial rule. The event takes place at the Morro-Cabaña Military Historical Park and offers a captivating display of history and culture. Visitors can witness the cannon firing, enjoy traditional music and dance performances, and explore the fortress grounds. It's a unique opportunity to immerse in Havana's rich heritage and witness an age-old tradition.
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