Puerto Rico - Wikipedia
WEBPuerto Rico [i] (Spanish for 'rich port'; abbreviated PR), [21] officially the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, [b] [j] is a self-governing Caribbean archipelago and island organized as an unincorporated territory of the United States under the designation of commonwealth.
Puerto Rico | History, Geography, & Points of Interest
WEB3 days ago · Puerto Rico, self-governing island commonwealth of the West Indies, associated with the United States. The easternmost island of the Greater Antilles chain, it lies approximately 50 miles (80 km) east of the Dominican Republic, 40 miles (65 km) west of the Virgin Islands, and 1,000 miles (1,600 km) southeast of the U.S. state of Florida.
Puerto Rico Travel Guide | Visitor Information | Discover Puerto Rico
WEBDiscover the treasures of the heart and soul of the Caribbean. Rich history and culture, exceptional food and cocktails, pristine beaches, majestic mountains, and experiences that nourish body and soul — all packed into one sun-kissed Caribbean paradise.
13 things to know before going to Puerto Rico - Lonely Planet
WEBMay 23, 2022 · Puerto Rico is 100 miles long and 35 miles wide, but don't let that fool you – the geography is anything but small in scale and there are many things you'll want to do while you're there. The island has a surface area of 3515 sq miles, and white, sandy beaches are only one of the natural wonders you’ll experience in Puerto Rico.
26 Epic Things to Do in Puerto Rico | U.S. News Travel
WEBAug 16, 2023 · Exploring Old San Juan, ziplining in El Yunque National Forest, and kayakaying on Bioluminescent Mosquito Bay are some of the most epic things to do in Puerto Rico.
Puerto Rico ‑ San Juan, Flag & Map - HISTORY
WEBSep 28, 2017 · Puerto Rico is a large Caribbean island of roughly 3,500 square miles located in the West Indies. It’s the easternmost island of the Greater Antilles chain, which also includes...
The Island of Puerto Rico - Discover Puerto Rico
WEBPuerto Rico is an archipelago in the Caribbean Sea consisting of the main island, four small islands, and hundreds of cays and islets. The island territory is only 100 miles long and 35 miles wide (8,870 square kilometers).
Puerto Rico - The World Factbook
WEBAug 7, 2024 · Background. Populated for centuries by aboriginal peoples, Puerto Rico was claimed by the Spanish Crown in 1493 after Christopher COLUMBUS' second voyage to the Americas. In 1898, after 400 years of colonial rule that saw the indigenous population nearly exterminated and African slave labor introduced, Puerto Rico was ceded to the US as a ...
Puerto Rico travel - Lonely Planet | Caribbean
WEBPuerto Rico is one of the most popular islands in the Caribbean but all that beauty comes with a price tag. Use our top tips to visit on a budget. Read article.
Puerto Rico – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBPuerto Rico ticks all the boxes for a picture-perfect Caribbean island holiday. Its white sandy beaches can compete with any in the world and vary from metropolitan cocktail heavens and bustling surfing hotspots to quiet island getaways.
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