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Adjuntas
A natural hub.
By:Travel and Sports Staff, June-2008

The name Adjuntas comes from the term tierras adjuntas, or adjacent lands. It was founded during the second decade of the 19th century at the time of the historic Cédula de Gracia promulgation. It is known as "La Ciudad del Gigante Dormido" after the figure of a sleeping giant that may be seen in the mountains.

In some ways, Adjuntas is both a geographical hub and a hub of nature. It is now easy to reach from both the north (Arecibo) and south (Ponce) due to ... (more)
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Area 4Monte Río Hotel $49-65 (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
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$49-65, 27 Room Key
18 César González St.
PRTC Endorsed Rooms Air conditioned Meeting Facilities Pool Restaurants & Clubs
We offer a truly local experience in the mountains.
  • Excellent restaurant and friendly bar.
  • The rooms feature outstanding views and TV.
  • Owned and operated by Mr. and Mrs. Meléndez.
  • Located just one block south of the town square.
    • Area 4Parador Villas Sotomayor $85-214 (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
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    $85-214, 35 Room Key
    Rt 123 Km 36.7.
    PRTC Endorsed Rooms Suites Villas Air conditioned Business Center Children's Activities Honeymoon Packages Internet, Fast Kitchens in some/all units Meeting Facilities Paradores Pool Restaurants & Clubs Tennis
    Fun for the entire family. Ecotourism & adventure.
  • Lakes & rivers, natural pools. World-class cuisine.
  • Romantic serenades under the Caribbean stars.
  • A wedding in a unique and timeless place.
  • Unforgettable!
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    Top of Page Adjuntas: Artisans & Galleries Artisans & Galleries
    Area 4Adjuntas Artisans (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    787-829-5039
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    Call for the list of local artisans.
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    Area 4Area Recreativa Monte Guilarte (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    787-829-5039
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    Rt 518, Bo.Garza.
    This recreational area is on Guilarte, the seventh highest mountain in Puerto Rico.
    Area 4Casa Pueblo (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
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    30 Rodolfo Gonzáles St.
    www.casapueblo.org
    This historic building includes a cultural center, exhibitions, library, butterfly garden and craft shop which sells Madre Isla coffee.
    Area 4Cascada Las Garzas (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    787-829-5039
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    Rt 522, Barrio Garzas.
    Small waterfall dropping into a 20-foot-deep pool. Close to town.
    Area 4Charco Mangó (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    787-829-5039
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    Rt 525, Bo Limaní.
    Small waterfall near town.
    Area 4Complejo Recreativo Guarionex (Ismael Ríos) (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    787-829-5039
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    Rudolfo Gonzalez St., Sector Desvio.
    A recreational facility, includes pool and ball courts.
    Area 4El Gigante Dormido (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    787-829-5039
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    Chain of mountains called Gigante Dormido (Sleeping Giant) for its striking resemblance to a giant figure.
    Area 4Estación Experimental (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    787-829-5039
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    Rt 425 Km 2.5, Bo. Limani.
    Part of the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus.
    Area 4Iglesia San Joaquín (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    787-829-3145
    14 Rius Rivera St.
    The original church, built in 1848, was destroyed. That church was replaced by the current structure in 1968.
    Area 4Lago Garzas (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
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    Rt 131, Int. 518.
    Lake near town with boat launching facilities and camping (by request).
    Area 4Mariposario (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    787-829-4842
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    Next to Casa Pueblo.
    www.casapueblo.org
    Butterfly pavilion.
    Area 4Museo de Cultura y Turismo (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    787-829-5039
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    Rius Rivera St. at San Joaquin.
    Antique town documents, tools, kitchen implements. Most articles related to life of yesteryear in Adjuntas. The Tourism office is located in this building.
    Area 4Plaza de Recreo Aristides Moll Boscana (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    Plaza de Recreo Aristides Moll Boscana Photo 787-829-5039
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    Arístides Moll Boscana Square.
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    Area 4Adjuntas Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    787-829-5039
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    07/18/2009 - 07/23/2009
    Plaza de Recreo Aristides Moll Boscana.
    A festival commemorating the town patron saint, San Joaquín.
    Area 4El Gigante Marathon (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    787-829-3114
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    07/23/2009 - 07/23/2009
    Complejo Deportivo Guarionex.
    A 15-kilometer runner's marathon held in the city of Adjuntas.
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    Top of Page Adjuntas: Forests Forests
    Area 4Bosque del Pueblo (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
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    30 Rodolfo González St.
    www.casapueblo.org
    Climbing Guided Tours On-Site Hiking Mountains Reserve / Sanctuary
    This area was threatened by mining operations. The town banded together to halt the mining & repair the damage done to a nearby forest, which is today known as the Peoples Forest. To obtain a permit, go to the the Casa Pueblo at the Plaza de Recreo.
    Area 4Guilarte Forest (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    Guilarte Forest Photo 787-829-5767
    787-999-2200 ext 5158
    Rt 518 or Rt 131.
    www.drna.gobierno.pr
    Bird-Watching Camping Fishing Hiking Lookout Tower Mountains Reserve / Sanctuary
    Just west of Adjuntas. Hiking trail to Guilarte Peak & visitors center, a recreational area for the family, grills and huts available. Five cabins with capacity for 6 persons. Room for walking, exploring, bird watching, fishing and more.
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    Area 4Ponce, Porta Caribe (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    787-290-2911
    787-284-4913
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    9192 Marina St. Suite 2.
    www.gotopuertorico.com
    Porta Caribe Regional Office
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    Area 4Adjuntas Mayor's Office (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
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    Rius Rivera & San Joaquín.
    Area 4Adjuntas Tourism Office (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
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    Rius Rivera St. at San Joaquin St.
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    CHECK Area 4Acampa Nature Adventure (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
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    787-640-2822
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    1221 Ave. Piñero.
    www.acampapr.com
    PRTC Endorsed Charters Climbing Camping Hiking Nature/Adventure
    Guided hiking, cave exploration, rainforest, waterfalls, zip-line, rappelling, camping, backpacking & multi-day adventures, custom nature trips Island-wide and Mona Island. All trips include lunch, snacks and transportation. Outdoor goods store. (main office: San Juan Metro.)
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    Area 4Bus Service (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
    787-829-2575
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    Rt 123 Km 35.2.
    Service to Ponce.
    Area 4Terminal de Adjuntas (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
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    Plaza, Rius Rivera St.
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    Area 4Adjuntas Trolley (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas
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    Plaza de Recreo.
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