Guánica barrio-pueblo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Guánica barrio-pueblo
Pueblo de Guánica
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Municipality Seat
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Boats in the San Jacinto Sector of Guánica barrio-pueblo
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Location of Guánica barrio-pueblo within the municipality of Guánica shown in red
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 Guánica barrio-pueblo
Location in Caribbean
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| Commonwealth |  Puerto Rico |
| Municipality |  Guánica |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.98 sq mi (2.5 km2) |
| • Land | 0.78 sq mi (2.0 km2) |
| • Water | 0.20 sq mi (0.5 km2) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,514 |
| • Density | 4,505.1/sq mi (1,739.4/km2) |
| Source: 2010 Census | |
| Time zone | UTC−4 (AST) |
| ZIP Code |
00653
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Guánica barrio-pueblo is a special part of Guánica, a town in Puerto Rico. It is like the main downtown area or the administrative center of the municipality. In 2010, about 3,514 people lived here.
In Puerto Rico, just like in Spain, many towns have a central area called a pueblo. This area usually has a main square, the town hall, and a Catholic church. People often gather in the central square for special events and celebrations.
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The Heart of Guánica: The Central Plaza
The central plaza, or town square, is a very important place in Guánica barrio-pueblo. It's where people come together for fun events and to socialize. You can find people there from morning until night.
Long ago, in the early 1800s, Spanish laws called the Laws of the Indies guided how towns in Puerto Rico were built. These laws said that the plaza should be big enough for celebrations. They also said that streets nearby should have comfortable walkways. These walkways would protect people from the sun and rain.
Right across from the central plaza in Guánica barrio-pueblo is the Parroquia San Antonio Abad. This is a Roman Catholic church where people go to worship.
Fiestas Patronales: Town Festivals
Every year, special festivals called Fiestas patronales are held in the central plaza. These festivals celebrate the town's patron saint. They are a big part of the local culture and bring the community together for fun and tradition.
Gallery
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Boardwalk in Guánica barrio-pueblo
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Sector San Jacinto seen from Cayo Aurora
See also
- List of communities in Puerto Rico
In Spanish: Guánica (Guánica) para niños
