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Vieques, along with the nearby island of Culebra, forms part of the Spanish Virgin Islands. Measuring 21 miles (34 km) in length and 3 miles (5 km) in width, Vieques spans an area of 52 square miles (135 square km). This island, annexed to Puerto Rico in 1854, derives its name from the Taino Indian term for a small island, "bieques."
The 360 acres (0.56 square miles) island of Desecheo is located in the Mona Passage between Puerto Rico and Hispaniola, 19 kilometers (14 miles) off the coast of Rincón. The island was discovered by Christopher Columbus, but it was not named until 1517 by Nuñez Alvarez de Aragón. Desecheo terrain is rugged, its highest peak reaching 676 feet ...
Peñuelas, Puerto Rico. (PAIN-wai-lahs) Peñuelas known as "La Capital del Güiro" (güiro capital) and Valle de los Flamboyanes " (valley of the flame trees). Peñuelas was founded in 1793 by Diego de Alvarado. Peñuelas is located in the southern coast of the island, south of Adjuntas; east of Guayanilla; and west of Ponce.
Aguas Buenas, Puerto Rico. Aguas Buenas is known as La Ciudad de las Aguas Claras (city of clear waters), because of the purity of its fresh water springs, the name literally translates to "good waters". Originally named Aguabuena, a sector of Caguas, later in 1798, became Aguas Claras as residents started establishing houses near the area.
On 1737, the King of Spain declared that all mail on route to Venezuela and other South America countries from Puerto Rico must exit from Aguada's ports, leading to the area's economic growth. The San Francisco de Asis Church is considered one of the most beautiful religious structures in Puerto Rico. It's construction began in 1924 and it was ...
Toa Alta, Puerto Rico. Toa Alta is known as La Cuna de Poetas (birthplace of poets). Toa Alta was founded in 1751. Toa Alta is located in the nothern coast of the island, north of Naranjito; south of Dorado and Toa Baja; east of Vega Alta and Corozal; and west of Bayamón. There are many well-known toalteños, among them: former Miss Universe ...
Directions. Spread mustard on one slice of bread, add cheese, pastrami, onions and pickles. Close sandwich and set aside. Melt butter on sandwich press or pan, place sandwich in the press or pan and turn heat down to medium low, cook until bread is crispy and golden, approximately 5 minutes.
Open daily 9am - 3pm. Admissions $1, children 0.50. Located on Route 144, Km 9.2, (787) 828-4094. You'll also find numerous monuments throughout Jayuya, including the Catholic church, the statue of Nemesio R. Canales and the bust of the Indian leader Jayuya, by the Puerto Rican sculptor Tomás Batista.
Florida, Puerto Rico. Florida is known as "La Tierra del Río Encantado" (land of the enchanted river). Originally known as Florida Afuera and belonging to Manatí, Florida was founded in 1971. Florida was the last founded municipality in Puerto Rico. This town derives its name from the flowers and natural resources that grows in its fields.
Juncos, Puerto Rico. (HOON-kos) Juncos is known as "Los Mulos del Valenciano". Juncos was founded on August 3, 1792. Juncos is located in the eastern central region of the island, south of Canóvanas and Carolina; southeast of Gurabo; east of San Lorenzo; and west of Las Piedras. Its rivers are: Gurabo and Valenciano.
