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Articles in the Central Category

Check Out the Views from La Torre de Piedra

Feb 11th, 2010 • By Gwenn • Category: Central, Nature, West

If you are driving along the Ruta Panorámica in the Maricao area, and you want to check out some amazing 360° views, make a stop at La Torre de Piedra (the stone tower). Though the tower itself isn’t that tall, it sits on top of a mountain — so the views are great.



Salto Collazo: The Easy Side & the Other Side

Jan 28th, 2010 • By Gwenn • Category: Central, Nature

One of nature’s gifts to us are waterfalls. Power and beauty at the same time. Here is another easy-to-find waterfall in the central/west region of Puerto Rico. Salto Collazo is located in San Sebastian, right along a bridge on the main road as you are going east out of town. It’s impossible to miss, and oh so pretty.



The Interpretative Trail In Guajataca Forest

Jan 17th, 2010 • By Gwenn • Category: Central, Hiking, Maps, Nature, North, West

The Guajataca Forest, in the karst region of Puerto Rico, has 25 miles of trails within its boundaries. Most people will only use 2 of these trails: the Interpretive Trail and the trail to the Cueva del Viento. Spend an hour or so exploring the Interpretive Trail and learn about what makes this part of the island unique.



Trek to Salto Curet in Maricao

Jan 14th, 2010 • By Gwenn • Category: Central, Hiking, Nature, South

Waterfalls are always beautiful, whether you pick the right day to go or not. Salto Curet in Maricao is another example of an off-the-beaten-path waterfall that is not easy to get to. Besides being about ½-hour drive along a small, twisty, turning mountain road, once you actually get to the river you have hike in and then walk up stream. But it is very pretty and worth the effort — if you have the time.



Canales Museum in Jayuya

Jan 10th, 2010 • By Gwenn • Category: Central, History, Museum, Tour

For 3 short days in October 1950, Puerto Rico was declared an independent nation called La Republica de Puerto Rico by Blanca Canales and a band of Independentistas. Today, the Canales Museum houses a collection of memorabilia that provides a glimpse of the revolution of that time.



Trek to Gozalandia Waterfall in San Sebastian

Jan 7th, 2010 • By Gwenn • Category: Central, Nature, West

Gozalandia or Las Cataratas Waterfall in San Sebastian is sometimes called the secret waterfall even though it is actually on a couple of the official PR tourism maps. I guess it is not that secret after all! Actually finding the waterfall is an adventure in itself. With the help of some people on the TripAdvisor.com Puerto Rico forum who provided the initial directions, we set off to find this secret treasure!



Take Me Out To A Ball Game

Dec 20th, 2009 • By Gwenn • Category: Central, East, Metro, North, South, West

A baseball game in Puerto Rico is an economical and fun evening. Every winter, baseball heats up on the island. Not only do we have local players on the teams, but some of the US league players come down to keep in shape and play in their off-season. So, if you are having baseball withdrawal, catch a game while you’re here — you won’t be disappointed.



Experience the San Sebastian Market

Dec 3rd, 2009 • By Gwenn • Category: Central, RainyDay, Shopping

If you want to be part of a local experience, get up early on a Friday and head to the San Sebastian Market. I guess I would call it a large flea market or farmers market, since it had a little bit of everything. The market is located on the Centro Agropecuario grounds. It has slots for over 340 tables inside the grounds and, of course, there are other people selling things outside in the parking lot.



Visit Casa Pueblo in Adjuntas

Nov 19th, 2009 • By Gwenn • Category: Central, South

Casa Pueblo is a community-based organization focused on, among other things, the protection and management of natural resources. On a visit to their headquarters in Adjuntas, you’ll learn about their on-going eco-friendly endeavors and educational programs, and you’ll have the chance to buy some local artisan goods in their gift shop.



Taste Exotic Ice Cream Flavors in Lares

Nov 12th, 2009 • By Gwenn • Category: Central, RainyDay, Shopping

If you love ice cream and exotic flavors, you need to visit Heladeria Lares, located on the town square in Lares. They have home-made ice cream in flavors like rice & beans, garlic, corn, pumpkin and cod fish (to name a few). Most are tasty. Some are just bizarre. For the faint of heart, they also have "safe" flavors like vanilla and chocolate.