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The Havana International Book Fair (31 January -9 February 2003) is held at El Morro – a commercial fair in new, purpose-built convention buildings. Look out for new book launches. Pedro Pérez Sarduy launched his novel, The Maids of Havana, there in 2002. Contact Sr Iroel Sánchez, T 8624739, iroel@icl.cult.cu The Cigar Festival, introduced in the last few years, is for true aficionados of Habanos. Held 24-28 February at the Palacio de las Convenciones, you can learn about the history of cigars and there are opportunities for visits to tobacco plantations and cigar factories. Contact Ana López, T 2040513, Alopez@habanos.cu
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