Barranquitas
The name comes from the local terra-cotta-colored soil. By:Travel & Sports Staff, June-2008
Barranquitas was founded as a municipality in 1803. Whenever it rains, the water forms small ravines (barrancas). Hence the name Barranquitas.
This hospitable town is known as "Cuna de Próceres" because the town has produced so many eminent poets, writers, politicians and educators. These próceres include Luis Muñoz Rivera and Luis Muñoz Marín, two of the most important participants in Puerto Rico's recent history.
There are various stops that are highly recommended while visiting Barranquitas. The church on the plaza with its arched, handmade wood ceiling ... (mehr)
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