Barina, Yauco, Puerto Rico facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Barina
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Location of Barina within the municipality of Yauco shown in red
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 Barina, Yauco, Puerto Rico
Location in Caribbean
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| Commonwealth |  Puerto Rico |
| Municipality |  Yauco |
| Area | |
| • Total | 8.76 sq mi (22.7 km2) |
| • Land | 8.66 sq mi (22.4 km2) |
| • Water | 0.10 sq mi (0.3 km2) |
| Elevation | 449 ft (137 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,930 |
| • Density | 684.8/sq mi (264.4/km2) |
| Source: 2010 Census | |
| Time zone | UTC−4 (AST) |
Barina is a special kind of neighborhood called a barrio in the town of Yauco, Puerto Rico. In 2010, about 5,930 people lived there.
Contents
A Look at Barina's History
How Barina Became Part of the U.S.
Puerto Rico used to be controlled by Spain. After the Spanish–American War in 1898, Spain gave Puerto Rico to the United States. This happened because of a special agreement called the Treaty of Paris of 1898.
After this, Puerto Rico became a territory of the United States. In 1899, the U.S. government counted everyone living in Puerto Rico. They found that 1,432 people lived in Barina barrio at that time.
Exploring Barina's Geography
Where is Barina Located?
Barina barrio is found in the southern part of the town of Yauco. It is right next to downtown Yauco, which is also known as Yauco Pueblo. It also borders other barrios like Susúa Baja and Jácana.
Rivers and Land in Barina
The Yauco River flows through Barina from north to south. This river creates a flat area that is perfect for farming. The rest of Barina is made up of hills. These hills are part of a special rocky area in southern Puerto Rico called the Southern Karst region.
Discovering Barina's Landmarks and Attractions
Guánica State Forest: A Natural Treasure
A big part of the Guánica State Forest is located in Barina. This forest is one of the largest and best-kept dry forests in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. It's a great place to see unique plants and animals.
The state forest is also home to some beautiful beaches:
- Atolladora Beach, also known as Yauco Beach, is the biggest beach in the area. It is located in Ballena Bay, within the Guánica State Forest. This beach is next to Ballena Beach (in Guánica) and Tamarindo Beach (in Guayanilla). You can get to Atolladora Beach by taking road PR-333.
See also
In Spanish: Barina (Yauco) para niños
- List of communities in Puerto Rico
