Cuban

Cubans (Spanish: Cubanos) are people inhabiting or originating from Cuba. Most Cubans live in Cuba, although there is also a large Cuban diaspora, especially in the United States.

The culture of Cuba reflects the island's influences from various different cultures, such as European (particularly Spanish). After the Cuban revolution in 1959, the island's brand of socialism has had an influence on its culture while Cuban-Americans residing in the US have received influences from this country.

Arguably the most distinctive part of Cuban culture is the Cuban music and dancing, being well-known far outside the country. Latin-American music styles such as salsa and son trace their roots back to Cuba, while reggaeton has become increasingly popular, especially among the younger generations. The origins of much of the Cuban music can be found in the mix of Spanish and West African music, while more modern music from the US has added to the mix. Cuban literature includes some of the most well-known names of the islands, such as writer and independence hero José Martí in the late 19th century. More contemporary Cuban authors include Gertrudis Gomez De Avellaneda,Daína Chaviano, Zoé Valdés and Leonardo Padura.

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