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San Juan • America/Puerto_Rico

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Country Information

Capital
San Juan
Population
1,333,772
Area
9,104 km²
Largest City
San Juan
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Not Observed
ISO Code
PR / PRI
Time Zones
1 zone
Languages
Spanish, English
Currency
US Dollar ($) - $100
Coordinates
Decimal:18.4663, -66.1057
DMS:18°27′59″N, 66°06′21″W
Elevation
Highest:1,338 m
Lowest:0 m
Average:669 m
International Dialing Code
+1

Time Zones

• America/Puerto_Rico| AST (UTC-4)

Geographic Extremes

Northernmost
Arecibo
Southernmost
Ponce
Easternmost
Carolina
Westernmost
Mayagüez

About Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is a territory of the United States that has a rich cultural heritage influenced by Spanish, African, and indigenous Taíno traditions.
The island is known for its stunning natural beauty, featuring lush rainforests such as El Yunque, which is the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System.
Spanish and English are the official languages of Puerto Rico, though Spanish is predominantly spoken by the population.
The island has a vibrant music scene, with genres such as salsa, reggaeton, and bomba being integral to its cultural identity.
Puerto Rico is home to the historic San Juan, which features well-preserved colonial architecture and numerous forts, including El Morro and San Cristóbal.
The island's economy is characterized by a mix of manufacturing, services, and agriculture, with pharmaceuticals and electronics being key industries.
Puerto Rican cuisine is a fusion of Taíno, Spanish, and African influences, featuring dishes like mofongo and arroz con gandules.
The island celebrates various festivals, including the Fiesta de San Sebastián, which showcases traditional music, dance, and food.
Puerto Rico was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493 during his second voyage to the New World.
The island is known for its bioluminescent bays, particularly Mosquito Bay on Vieques, which is one of the brightest in the world due to microorganisms that emit light.
The Puerto Rican flag features five horizontal stripes and represents the island's struggle for independence and identity.
The island has been a significant site for scientific research, with the Arecibo Observatory being one of the largest and most powerful radio telescopes until its collapse in 2020.
The traditional art of 'santos' carving depicts religious figures and is a unique aspect of Puerto Rican folk art.
Puerto Rico has a rich sports culture, particularly in baseball, with many players achieving fame in Major League Baseball.

Cities in Puerto Rico

Showing 10 cities (top 50 by population + business hubs). Click any city to view detailed time information.

Cities by Population

San JuanBayamónCarolinaPonceAreciboCaguasGuaynaboTrujillo AltoMayagüezFajardoManatíAguadillaRío GrandeDorado

Cities in Puerto Rico

Columns79 cities
City Name
Population
Area
City Center Elevation
Time Zone
UTC Offset
San JuanCAPITAL
418,140
199.2 km²
4 m
AST
UTC-4
203,499
102 km²
20 m
AST
UTC-4
170,404
85 km²
19 m
AST
UTC-4
137,491
69 km²
11 m
AST
UTC-4
87,754
44 km²
13 m
AST
UTC-4
86,804
43 km²
68 m
AST
UTC-4
81,360
41 km²
51 m
AST
UTC-4
75,243
38 km²
20 m
AST
UTC-4
73,077
9,104 km²
21 m
-
UTC-4

Popular Cities in Puerto Rico

San JuanBayamónCarolinaPonceArecibo
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