Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico, the mountainous island state in the Caribbean, is a very popular vacation destination not only because of its wide sandy beaches and beautiful waterfalls in the middle of lush green rainforests. Rare tropical plants and historic buildings from the time after Christopher Columbus' discovery also attract tourists.
San Juan in particular, with the old fortresses of El Morro and San Cristóbal, gives a good impression of the history. The same applies to the impressive Governor's Palace, which was also once a Spanish bastion. The old town of Ponce with its extensive parks and squares is just as pretty to look at. The second largest radio telescope in the world could be described as an attraction. It is called the Arecibo Observatory and is located in a valley near Arecibo.
Since Puerto Rico was discovered by the Americans as a vacation island, many leisure activities have developed here. Golf and tennis are just as popular on the islands as cockfighting.
Puerto Rico nightlife - Discover the variety For gourmets, the local cuisine of Puerto Rico, which is clearly influenced by Spanish
Spanish influence, offers hearty to exotic and refined dishes.
Try the national dish is asopao (rice stew with fish, chicken or crab).
or prawns). Or how about a classic paella?
Also poultry in various variations, black bean soup,
baked crayfish and the local bread Pan de Agua should not be missed.
not be missed. And rum connoisseurs should definitely try
Barrilito, a local rum!
Puerto Rico is not least
famous for its colorful and diverse nightlife. Night owls have the
choice between discotheques, music pubs and classical concerts. There are also
casinos are also numerous and are always well frequented.
Puerto Rico culture - a place to feel good
If you come to Puerto Rico on vacation, you first have to get used to the fact that
get used to the fact that only about 6% of the inhabitants speak English. Although the
island belongs to the USA, the language spoken here is still Spanish.
Spanish. You should therefore have a basic knowledge of Spanish if you want to
you want to communicate with the inhabitants. The culture in Puerto Rico is
diverse and colorful. Around four million people live on the smallest island
of the Greater Antilles. They are always helpful and friendly towards tourists.
friendly. When you visit a restaurant, you are greeted effusively and even
on the street, you get the impression that the culture in Puerto Rico is extremely
pleasant.
Puerto Rico sights - pure fascination
It is impossible to see everything this large, impressive island has to offer on your first visit. Not far from the major tourist centers
centers, the cultural and traditional cocktail of the island reveals itself
island, which combines Caribbean, Spanish, Indian, African and North American
North American traditions and artfully blends them into a unique style.
style of its own. The resulting cultural landscape
makes the island a unique and fascinating experience.
In the historic
zone of the old town of San Juan is home to lavishly decorated houses
Spanish-style houses, churches and fortresses, elegant squares, cobbled courtyards
courtyards and museums. Founded in 1521, the old town is now a protected
protected as a monument. Ponce, founded in 1692 and the second largest town on the island
of the island with Spanish, Creole and Art Nouveau architecture, is definitely worth a visit.
a visit. It is located on the south coast of the island near
beautiful beaches. The sugar mill there, the rum museum and the
Indian Ceremonial Park are not to be missed.
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