Porta del Sol (West Region) Travel and City Guide
The region of Porta del Sol, in the west of Puerto Rico, encompasses a number of fantastic locations and attractions. Amongst the top cities is Mayaguez, also known as “Ciudad de las Aguas Puras” (City of Pure Waters). Places of interest in Mayaguez include the Casa Grande Museum, Dr. Juan A. Rivero Zoo, the India Brewery and the UPRM’s Planetarium.
The little village of Aguada is commonly believed to be one of the oldest towns of Puerto Rico, believed by some to be where Christopher Columbus reached shore in 1493. Cabo Rojo is a popular holiday destination for those who love the sand, sun and sea. Sparkling blue seas, with white sandy beaches giving way to dense green foliage is many people's dream of paradise.
Isabela’s main income is derived from tourism, and certainly visitors are assured of a warm welcome and everything they need for an unforgettable holiday. Beachcombing, horse riding, hiking and surfing are some of the activities holidaymakers can enjoy. The lively city of Mayaguez has many attractions, both historical and cultural and offering the full range of water sports from its beautiful beaches. In close proximity to twenty forest reserves, Quebradillas is the ideal place for nature lovers and bird watchers to spend some holiday time.
User Comments & Reviews
2009-11-11 19:22:30
I WAS BORN AND RAISED IN SUNSET PARK BROOKLYN BUT HAD THE PREVALIGE TO SEE AND LIVE WHERE MY PARENTS AND GRANDPARENTS GREW UP,ANASCO P.R. BARRIO CAGUABO..
2009-11-09 03:25:59
iam from maricao puerto rico. i left the island when i was 14.i enjoy mi pueblo. would like to see pictures from indiera baja, where i was born.been away since 1971. i love me puerto rico y a mi pueblo de maricao feliz navidad y ano 2010
2009-11-08 23:35:36
es una lastima que se describa a mi pueblo con tanta belleza con tanta alegria pero sin trabajo para los que somos de alla.yo vivo en massachussetts y cada dia extano mas mi pueblo y mi bella isla no saben cuanto quisiera poder vivir alla y poder ser yo quien disfutase de lo que por derecho me pertenece pero con una economia tan mala y un destino tan incierto que tiene mi puerto rico querido creo que estoy destinada al destierro que aunque parece voluntario es mas forzado que nada . por favor gobierno hagan algo para mejorar la economia hagan algo para que surjan mas empleos para asi muchos de los que estamos por aca podamos volver al tan bello terruno borincano te extrano puerto rico te quiero mi borinquen del alma.
2009-10-21 18:30:34
People go where they could find a bargain and drink all day! Places that are considered poverty driven countries could offer all-inclusive deals..Puerto Rico is part of the U.S. and it is very expensive and they have to pay workers at least the minimun wage, where in these other countries they pay their staff $10 a day if that! So Yes I agree come and visit our beautiful island, but expect to spend about the same if you were going to Florida!
2009-09-17 17:24:27
Please keep on promoting all the beautiful places in PR have, because Dominican Republic is taken over in every aspects. It is cheaper going there. I was born in PR but have live all my life in NJ and I like to visit every year.
2009-09-17 03:27:00
this area is know for Mary.
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