John Lennon, the Beatles and their music were banned in Cuba during Lennon’s lifetime.  John Lennon is in Havana now and sits in a park named for him.

Bronze of John Lennon in Havana, Cuba

Fidel Castro dedicated the statue of the former Beatle December 8, 2000, 20 years after Lennon’s murder.

A security guard watches the statue of Lennon sitting on a bench.  Lennon’s distinctive glasses were previously stolen, so now the guard holds the glasses and will put them on Lennon if asked.

John Lennon’s security guard is my new friend

When I, Zeb the Duck, visited this statue, there was a line of tourists waiting to have their pictures taken with Lennon.  As you can see, I waited for my turn.

WOW! I am sitting with John Lennon

Near the monument to Lennon is a cultural center and club, appropriately named the Yellow Submarine.

Too bad we didn’t have time to go inside. Looks fun.

The Yellow Submarine in Havana, Cuba

I, Zeb the Duck, like the statue and I liked this park.  I think you would like this park, too.  The John Lennon Park is located near the corner of streets 17^th and 6^th in the Vedado area of Havana.  When you go, smile at the friendly gentleman that keeps John’s glasses.