Puerto Rico US Territory

[KJHburg]

Should be topic or thread at least.  Old San Juan is the oldest city in American territory.  Settled by the Spanish in 1521.  This city should be a must see on any American's list of places to visit.  Major cruise port of course but I would fly here and take a walking tour which is the only way to really city Old San Juan.  

Here are some photos of the Viejo San Juan from this week.  (and this is just a sampling of what Old San Juan has to offer) 

 

[KJHburg]

Some photos of Old San Juan from San Christobal.  Great views of the old city and new city and port.   Yellow house is reputed smallest house in San Juan. 

[KJHburg]

Mall of San Juan the newer high end mall with Nordstrom as an anchor and which Saks just closed their store there (that is due more to their overall problems) 

Many unique to PR stores here but not as busy as  Plaza Las Americas for sure. 

[KJHburg]

few  more from Rincon on the west end of the island known for its surfing (though I did not see many big waves the day I went)   Last photo is of Town of Aquada.    Famous Domes beach.  Nearby lighthouse. 

[KJHburg]

Miscellaneous San Juan photos this week including the PR Capitol,  the city hall,  an old San Juan Wendys, the 2 story urban Walmart supercenter with 4 levels on parking on top,  couple from Isla Verde,  a Krispy Kreme in Dorado.  

[KJHburg]

El Yunque the rainforest part of the national forest service.  and of course it was raining that day LOL.  Anyway worth a visit and possible dip in a stream if you like.

 

[Matthew.Brendan]

All of Puerto Rico is beautiful and the history of old San Juan is amazing. Inspired me to dig up some of my pics from just over 5 years ago.

 

[KJHburg]

the history of this city San Juan should be enjoyed and visited by everyone especially since this is the American Caribbean no passport required for US citizens.  

[nicholas]

Wish there were some Puerto Ricans on here who could keep us posted on development there.  Was there for about two weeks in January, love Charlotte but wasn't unhappy that I missed my initial flight back lol.  It was tough leaving the 80+ degree weather there in January.  There is just so much to do and see here, and anyone remotely considering a visit should just make it happen.  Flights are pretty cheap (CLT connecting through MCO to SJU was about $160 round trip before adding carry ons).  SJU seemed nicer than the last I was there about four years ago.  Wasn't able to get many pics of new construction but a number of towers going up especially in the Condado area.