The Wonders Of Puerto Rico
Here is a little summary of our culture:The culture of Puerto Rico has been greatly influenced by its history. With the blend of Taino Indians, Spanish and African cultures, and traditions, as well as the influence of the United States political and social shift into every aspect of life. El Yunque Rainforest One of the most popular areas to visit here in Puerto Rico, El Yunque has been protected by federal law since 1903. It is one of the numerous forest in the National Forest System with it’s abundance of flora and fauna. El Yunque is also home to 12 species of Puerto Rico’s native coqui(like a small frog) as well as the endangered Puerto Rican parrot. La Parguera (Parguera Natural Reserve) At the Parguera Natural Reserve you will find mangroves, coral reefs and the famous bioluminescent bay. La Parguera is home to around 66 species of fish, bird, molluscs, crustaceans, mammals and reptiles with the coral reef providing shelter and food for the various occupants of the reserve Playa Flamenco (Flamenco Beach) Located on Culebra Island Flamenco Beach ranks amongst the best beaches in the world for its crystal clear waters and white sand beaches. The beach is immensely popular with locals and tourist and is also one of Puerto Rico’s Blue Flag Beaches. Bosque Seco de Guanica (Guanica Dry Forest) The area was designated as a forest reserve in 1919 and is considered the best preserved, subtropical forest and the best example of dry forest in the Caribbean. It is home to around 700 species of plants, of which 48 are endangered.
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