Havana
Havana Province, Cuba
Overview
The Havana region gives its name to "Habanos" — the globally protected designation for Cuban cigars. While tobacco is no longer widely cultivated within the city itself, Havana remains the epicentre of the Cuban cigar industry. All major factories are located here, and the city hosts the annual Festival del Habano, the world's premier cigar event.
Terroir
Historical tobacco cultivation around Havana benefited from coastal humidity and fertile alluvial soils. Today, the region's significance is as the manufacturing and cultural capital of the global cigar industry.
Regional map
Climate
Avg. Temp
26°C (79°F)
Rainfall
1,200 mm annually
Elevation
10–50 metres
Soil
Mixed clay and alluvial soils
Factories in This Region
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are Cuban cigars called Habanos?
"Habanos" is the protected Denomination of Origin for Cuban cigars, derived from Havana (La Habana). All genuine Cuban cigars carry the Habanos seal as a guarantee of Cuban origin and quality.
What is the Festival del Habano?
The Festival del Habano is the world's premier cigar event, held annually in Havana. It brings together cigar lovers, industry professionals, and collectors for tastings, factory visits, and the famous gala dinner.
Region Details
- Country
- Cuba
- Province
- Havana Province
- Area
- ~3,000 hectares (historical)
- Climate
- Tropical coastal
- Soil Type
- Mixed clay and alluvial soils
- Avg. Temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Annual Rainfall
- 1,200 mm annually
- Elevation
- 10–50 metres