What are some interesting facts about Puerto Rico?

[Peterkavinsky]

Did you know Puerto Rico has a rainforest, bioluminescent bays, and amazing beaches? What’s the coolest fun fact you’ve heard about Puerto Rico?

 

[Shopia]

• It’s a U.S. territory, and people born there are U.S. citizens.
• El Yunque is the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System.
• The island has over 270 miles of beaches.
• It’s home to the world’s brightest bioluminescent bay, Mosquito Bay.
• The famous Coquí frog is a national symbol and unique to Puerto Rico.
• Old San Juan has some of the oldest European-built structures in the Americas.

 

[Pablo Escobar]

Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory with its own vibrant culture, home to the world’s brightest bioluminescent bay, El Yunque—the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. Forest System—and the oldest European city under the U.S. flag. Its residents are U.S. citizens but cannot vote in presidential elections.

 

[lucas]

Here are a few quick, interesting facts about Puerto Rico:

• It’s a U.S. territory, and people born there are U.S. citizens.
• The island has El Yunque, the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System.
• Coquí frogs are a cultural symbol and famous for their unique “ko-kee” sound.
• Bioluminescent bays, like Mosquito Bay, glow at night due to tiny organisms in the water.
• Puerto Rico has a rich mix of Taíno, African, and Spanish cultural influences.