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☰ About Puerto Rico People and Culture Where to Go What To Do Plan Your Trip Puerto Rico, Discover a Magnificent and Unique Island, Full of Adventures and Experiences Puerto Rico, officially known as the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico (Estado Libre Asociado de Puerto Rico), is an unincorporated territory of the United States, located in the northeastern Caribbean, east of the Dominican Republic and west of both the U.S. Virgin Islands and the British Virgin Islands. Puerto Rico is only 100 miles long by 35 miles wide, making it the smallest island of the Greater Antilles. Puerto Rico (Spanish for "rich port") consists of an archipelago that includes the main island of Puerto Rico and several islands: Vieques, Culebra, Mona and numerous islets. Find More Information About Puerto Rico is a vibrant and culturally rich island with a diverse range of attractions and features. To learn more about what makes the island magnificent and unique, consider exploring the following topics: Attractions Explore hundreds of activities and attractions for all ages and budgets. Puerto Rico is a great place to explore, the possibilities are endless. History Discover Puerto Rico’s rich history, detailed in a timeline that spans over the last 500 years. People The people of Puerto Rico is characterized by a rich blend of cultural and racial diversity, shaped by centuries of historical influences, immigration, and cultural assimilation. Cuisine Puerto Rican cuisine is rich and flavorful, reflecting a blend of indigenous, Spanish, African, and Caribbean influences. Dishes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Explore Puerto Rico Puerto Rico offers countless cultural experiences and many historical locations. Whether you enjoy nature or history, nightlife or adventure, culture or sports, pack your bags and discover this island full of interesting contrasts and surprises! Puerto Rico Struggles with Aftermath of Hurricane Fiona, Puerto Rico still need your help . If you are traveling to Puerto Rico soon, contact your travel providers, hotels, and local business directly to inquire about potential changes in operations. Almost a year after Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico could still use your help. How can you help? While many resorts and attractions are still struggling to reopen their doors to tourists, about 80 percent of Puerto Rico’s hotels and restaurants are ready to welcome travelers. Tourism makes up 10 percent of Puerto Rico’s GDP. The best way to support the island is by visiting, now is the best time to go. "Tourism dollars means that more than 50,000 people will keep their jobs and businesses will keep running," New York Magazine reported. Facts and Figures Puerto Rico at a Glance Puerto Rico pronunciation: por • tuh ree • kow Capital: San Juan , located on the north east of the island. Location : Caribbean, island between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east of the Dominican Republic. Coordinates: 18°15’N, 66°30’W Climate: Tropical Marine , average temperatures year round between 80 °F (26.7 °C) and 70 °F (21.1 °C). Seasons in Puerto Rico Rainy Season - April through November Dry Season - December through March Hurricane Season - June to November Time zone: Atlantic Standard (UTC - 4:00) Currency: United States Dollar (USD) $ Population : 3,057,311 (2023 est.) Nationality: Puerto Rican Primary ethnicity: Hispanic Ethnic composition: white (mostly Spanish origin) 75.8%, black 12.4%, other 8.5% (includes American Indian, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian, other Pacific Islander, and others), mixed 3.3% (2010 est.) National anthem: La Borinqueña Language : Spanish and English are the official languages of Puerto Rico. Government : Democracy, Republic Total area: 9,104 sq km (3,515 sq mi) Explore the Cities of Puerto Rico Culebra Culebra is a popular weekend destination because of its many pristine and beautiful beaches. Snorkelers wander through its coral kingdoms, nodding good-day to an astounding variety of sea creatures. Cabo Rojo Located in the southwest corner of Puerto Rico, Cabo Rojo is surrounded by miles and miles of beaches, wonderful for swimming and lounging, it is the town’s most popular beach destination with a good reason. Vieques Beauty and history merge on this 21 by 4 mile island. Arawak Indians once lived here and it was an infamous heaven for pirates during the 17th century. Vieques is famous for its amazing beaches and there is a lot of them, ranging from pure white to soft black. This Month - February, 2024 Recommendations A monthly selection of our favorites articles or websites, highlighting a wide variety of topics and companies about or in Puerto Rico. Don’t hesitate to share your own discoveries and finds . Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico Michelle M. Irrizarry, Artist La Casa del Libro Vieques.com See the details Weather More forecasts: Weather forecast Sydney 30 days Interesting Articles on the Web Why Isn’t Puerto Rico a State? By Rachel Reichard As a U.S. territory, Puerto Rico is neither a state nor an independent country-and politics over its status remain complicated. Recent News ’The last thing I wanted’: cesarean rates in Puerto Rico soar amid health crisis By Coral Murphy Marcos January 16, 2024 Puerto Rico’s luxury tourism on the rise By Vahely Varela December 20, 2023 Can Puerto Rican words such as ’perreo’ and ’jurutungo’ make it into the ’official’ Spanish-language dictionary? By Nicole Acevedo November 22, 2023 Coqui Quiz Want to see how much you know about Puerto Rico? Test your knowledge by answering our monthly quiz. Fill the blanks. In 1948 the Puerto Rican government established _________, a program of governmental support for industry through tax breaks. Who led the U.S. forces that occupied Puerto Rico in 1898? Who is considered the most important figure in Puerto Rican music of the 19th century? What was the first book published in the island? Where is the largest radio telescope in the world located at? Say Hi! My name is Magaly Rivera and I’m proud to be Puerto Rican. I invite you to take some time to explore the tropical island of Puerto Rico, where you can find local exotic hideaways, miles of white sandy beaches, mountains and valleys, and many other natural wonders. In addition to the natural splendors you will find yourself surrounded by 500 years of history; and warm and friendly people. Within these pages you can find a wide scope of information pertaining to the island, its culture and people, and every detail that makes Puerto Rico, a magnificent and unique island. Can’t find something? Send me a note . Enjoy your visit to Puerto Rico! Did You Know? San Juan is one of the world’s 10 busiest container ports and a major hub for Caribbean maritime shipping. About Puerto Rico History Geography Location Economy Government Fun Quizzes People and Culture Culture People Puerto Rican Recipes Moving to Puerto Rico Where to Go Cities Regions Travel Maps What To Do Attractions Restaurants Events Send a Postcard Plan Your Trip Practical Information Getting to and Around Why To Visit Travel Ideas About This Site Feedback Privacy and Terms Advertise Site Map Topic Index Fast Facts Stay Connected Copyright © 2024 Magaly Rivera . All rights reserved. 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