Capáez, Adjuntas, Puerto Rico facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Capáez
Barrio
Monte Hormiga in Capáez
Location of Capáez within the municipality of Adjuntas shown in red
Capáez, Adjuntas, Puerto Rico Location in Caribbean
Commonwealth	Puerto Rico
Municipality	Adjuntas
Area
• Total	3.67 sq mi (9.5 km2)
• Land	3.66 sq mi (9.5 km2)
• Water	0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2)
Elevation	1,942 ft (592 m)
Population  (2010)
• Total	1,054
• Density	288.8/sq mi (111.5/km2)
	Source: 2010 Census
Time zone	UTC−4 (AST)
ZIP Codes	00601, 00631
Area code(s)	787/939

Capáez is a small, rural area, also known as a barrio, located in the municipality of Adjuntas, Puerto Rico. In 2010, about 1,054 people lived there. It is known for its beautiful mountain views and natural beauty.

History of Capáez

Puerto Rico became a territory of the United States after the Spanish–American War in 1898. This happened under the rules of the Treaty of Paris of 1898.

Soon after, in 1899, the U.S. government took a census, which is a count of all the people. The census found that 1,266 people lived in Capáez barrio at that time.

Places to Visit in Capáez

Capáez is home to some amazing natural spots and interesting places.

Mountain Peaks

• Capáez has some important mountain peaks that are part of the Cordillera Central. This is a major mountain range in Puerto Rico.
• One famous peak is Monte Hormiga. Its name means 'ant mountain' in Spanish. It offers great views of the area.

Hacienda Monte Alto

• Hacienda Monte Alto is a special place that started in 1978.
• An hacienda is a large estate, often used for farming. This one is a coffee plantation, where coffee beans are grown and harvested.

See also

• List of communities in Puerto Rico

In Spanish: Capáez (Adjuntas) para niños