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Puerto Rico's Hidden Gems

This collection highlights Puerto Rico’s diverse landscapes and heritage, from the limestone cliffs of Arecibo to the central mountains of Jayuya. Explore Cueva Ventana’s panoramic valley views and the ancient Taino petroglyphs at La Cueva del Indio. The list includes the 17th-century Carmelite convent turned hotel in Old San Juan, the indigenous archaeological collections at Museo El Cemí, and the spring-fed swimming hole of Charco Azul within the Carite State Forest.

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Cueva Ventana

Cueva Ventana is a large cave situated atop a limestone cliff in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, overlooking the Río Grande de Arecibo valley.

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La Cueva del Indio

Cueva del Indio may refer to:

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Charco Azul

A natural swimming pool located within the Carite State Forest, known for its deep blue waters and surrounding tropical vegetation.

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Hotel El Convento

Hotel El Convento is a small hotel in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, in what was a Carmelite convent, adjoining the San Juan Cathedral square.

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Museo El Cemí

An archaeological museum in Jayuya housed in a building shaped like a Taino deity. It displays indigenous artifacts and exhibits dedicated to Puerto Rico's pre-Columbian history.