Puerto Rico is one of the prettiest and bluest places on Earth. The absolute location is 18.2208N, 66.5901 W. It is an island, so it is surrounded by water, specifically the Atlantic Ocean. Strange enough, with so much water around, you would think that Puerto Rico’s fishing industry would be outrageous, but its falling fruits beat the title. The people of Puerto Rico are called bordiqua and are very proud of their Latin heritage. They are also extremely proud of their flag with the lonesome star representing common wealth of Puerto Rico. Each three points of the blue triangle represent its 3 branches of Republican government (executive, legislative, and judicial). The three stripes of red stand for the blood shed on the island and the two white stripes represent freedom of man. The Puerto Rican Rock frog (AKA- coquito) is a very large part of their culture. It is called a “robber frog” because of the loud noises it makes leaving sounds like blazing sirens.
Movement in Puerto Rico in an everyday standard is about the same as in Belle Chasse, LA. Mopeds, cars and trains are often used. To migrate from and to this island one must travel by air or water. (AKA plane and boat). This Commonwealth is a Functional region because it produces most of the sugar, coffee and rum for not only the U.S., but also
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Old San Juan is the capital of Puerto Rico. It is located 18.2759N, 66.637W. This place has no daylight savings time because it is locate close to the equator and does not need it. Its nickname is the walled city because it has barrier reefs around it to protect from hurricanes and other natural disasters. Puerto Rico has an annual kite festival and it is located in San Juan. Students from all schools get together on February 27th from 11am to 4pm to relax and fly a kite in union right by the fort and beautiful water
One of the first things I noticed while attending the Puerto Rican Festival was the language differences (2017). Most people spoke Spanish, and Spanish seemed to be their preferred language over English. At the festival, it was difficult to communicate. People carried
This presentation will explain the differences and similarities, if any, in the countries of Spain and Puerto Rico’s. The presentation will show the differences and similarities between the two countries arts, culture, and economic environment. The presentation will show how both countries have a assimilation of cultural and distinctiveness. Even though both countries have similarities and differences, they both have one thing in common, and that is they are Spanish-speaking countries with an array traditions, culture, and diversity amongst the people, that will be talked about in this presentation.
Puerto Rico is a beautiful place. The sun is always shining and the temperature does not go below eighty degrees Fahrenheit. If you run out of something like sugar or salt, you can always knock on your neighbor’s door and they will be happy to help you
Puerto Rico has variety of Spanish food that make you go there. Puerto Rico’s food is one of the best reasons to visit the island. It is diverse, rich, and flavorful with a combination of rice, beans, meat and fish fried. Puerto Rico cooking is somewhat similar to both Spanish and other Hispanic cuisines. It’s
“The main island is blessed with an estimated 300 miles of coast line” (). In which, an interesting fact is that once can drive around Puerto Rico’s entire coastline within a few hours. Geography Puerto Rico has three different distinct regions, La cordillera, which is the central mountainous region, coastal regions, and the Karst mountain area. Puerto Rico also possesses offshore islands Vieques and Culebra. The island has limestone formations in the interior, a desert in the southeastern part of the island, and the rainforest.
The commonwealth of Puerto Rico (Estado Libre Asociado de Puerto Rico), known to most Americans as simply Puerto Rico, exists as one of two territories owned by the United States1. Being a territory of the United States, Puerto Ricans possess common citizenship, currency, and defense. However, even though Puerto Ricans are United States citizens they do not pay any kind of federal income taxes. Therefore, they cannot vote in presidential elections. Puerto Rico is under the jurisdiction of the United States customs, and are allowed free movement of people and merchandise with the United States. They have established their own constitution, and have a greater amount of independence than possessions. Although
To argue on Puerto Rican Independence, Commonwealth, or Statehood, we must first learn of the history of Puerto Rico. Growing up I was very ignorant about Puerto Rico. It wasn’t till I was in the Navy and got stationed in Puerto Rico did I really find out the small Caribbean island. Although Puerto Rico has an extensive history, I will only give a brief synopsis of it: In November 1493 Christopher Columbus discovered the island of Puerto Rico for the country of Spain. It remained a colonization of Spain until 1898 when Spain ceded the island to the United States after the Spanish-American war. In 1917 Puerto Rican’s became U.S. Citizens, but only 24% consider themselves as American (2000 census). Puerto Rico was also granted its own
Puerto Rico is an island that is impacted by not having enough land for cultivation. The Three thousand four hundred and ninety-two square miles of this island is about seventy-five percent hills or mountains (Worldmark Encyclopedia of the States b). With the large amount of land consisting of hill or mountains, Puerto Rico has limited amounts of natural resources. While under Spanish colonial rule, the island was largely neglected because of its limited mineral resources. Following the Spanish-American war in 1898, the U.S. took over control of the island. The U.S. found itself in control of an island that produced small scale amounts of sugar and coffee. The U.S would then expand the sugarcane operations and establish markets to use as a viable trade resource.
Puerto Rico is smallest and Eastern of the Greater Antilles. The north of Venezuela has left approximately to 500 miles, 80 miles to the east of the Spanish, and to 1.200 miles to the Southeastern of the city of Miami, in the North American state of Florida. The U.S.A.
Puerto Rico is located in the Caribbean Sea (under Florida). The capital of Puerto Rico is San Juan. The national anthem of Puerto Rico is La Borinqueña. The total area of Puerto Rico is 3,50 square feet. The population is 3,578,056 people since July of 2016. The official language of puerto rico is spanish and english. Christopher Columbus discovered the island in 1493, one year after he discovered the Americas. He named it San Juan Bautista, after John the Baptist.The tasty and spicy food of Puerto Rico comes from a mixture of Spanish, America, British and African inspirations. In Puerto Rico, it is very well-mannered to kiss someone on the cheek when greeting them. The legal drinking age in Puerto Rico is 18. Puerto Rico is very famous for
One of the most interesting and exciting places I have had the pleasure of visiting was the Island of Puerto Rico. Getting on the plane and arriving on the island was the easy part, but learning to navigate the island and getting reliable transportation was a whole other ball game.
What's a common location that comes up in discussion when someone thinks of a destination to get away from all the hustle and bustle of the Main land of the United States? Normally Puerto Rico isn't too far away from conversation. Puerto Rico is a beautiful place with the perfect climate and many historical sites to take that getaway that you have always wanted. Today we will discuss major issues in/of Puerto Rico, the significance of this research and data sources, and lastly I will describe the data collected and research found during my inquiry on the region known as Puerto Rico
For all the above reasons Vacations are absolutely necessary, but what if you’re on a budget and can’t quite afford the vacation of your dream. Getting from point A to point B is easy. Especially when you use Bell Vacations. After that extremely cold winter let us help make that unforgettable summer memorable. Puerto Rico is a Caribbean island with landscapes of mountains, waterfalls and the EL Yunque tropical rainforest. San Juan is the largest city and the capital. This immediate area is known for its hotel strip, beach bars and
Trouble in Paradise The government of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, a territory of the United States, acquired from the U.S federal government a piece of land at the entrance of the San Juan Islet. This land was located in the Golden Triangle of San Juan, the island s capital, the Condado, and the Old San Juan. The government of Puerto Rico developed a Special Land Use Plan and regulation for the entrance of the San Juan Islet in 1993. The Plan also known as Regulation 23, coincided with Commonwealth of Puerto Rico s economic development plans and could not be altered unless an amendment was made. In 1999, the government sold the land to Hilton International in order to develop the land.. Further the opposition to the project also came
In between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean is the group of islands located known as the Puerto Rico. This is exactly located in the east of Dominican Republic about 1000 miles (1600 Kms) south east of Miami, Florida. The Puerto Rico islands are well known for its tourism due to its history and the warm atmosphere. The dimension of this island is almost rectangular shape with 100 miles long and 35 miles wide. It is the smallest and most eastern island of Greater Antilles (Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica and Puerto Rico). According to its size Puerto Rico is the 3rd largest Island in USA and the in the whole world it stands in the 82nd position. It contains many small Islands and keys such as Vieques, Culebra,