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Island Details

After Christopher Columbus arrived in 1493, the island was colonized in 1508, and the capital city of San Juan founded in 1521.

As a result of the Spanish-American War, Puerto Rico was relinquished to the USA by Spain in 1898. Today it is a self governing (very independent-minded) territory of the USA, and enjoys much autonomy.

The narrow coastal plain rises into green (low) hills and mountains central and south. A few small rivers and lakes dot the landscape.

The climate is usually hot and humid, with some lower temperatures found in the higher elevations. Like most Caribbean islands, Puerto Rico is subject to an occasional hurricane warning (May - October).

The island is a mecca for Caribbean cruise ships and tourists from around the world. Old San Juan is the most popular destination.

Compared to other islands in the Caribbean, Puerto Rico has a high standard of living with a vibrant industrialized economy.

Quick Facts and Figures

Official Name Puerto Rico, Commonwealth territory

of the USA, claimed 1898

Population 3,949,000 (July 2003 est.)

Capital City San Juan (434,000)

Languages Spanish, English

Flag and description here

Official Currency US Dollar

Religions Catholic, Protestant

Land Area 9,100 sq km

Latitude/Longitude 18º 15N, 66º 30W

Highest Point Cerro del Punta at 4,389 ft. (1,338m)

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Maps and more...

Puerto Rico Outline Map here

Puerto Rico Large Map here

Puerto Rico CIA Map here!

Caribbean page

North American Map here

West Indies Map here

Suggested Links

Welcome to Puerto Rico here

Puerto Rico Tourism here

Puerto Rico (Complete) information on the (GDP) overall economy, imports and exports, resources, government, population, military, transportation, and more here!

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