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Mamey
Barrio
Scenic lookout Mirador Gavillan in Mamey
Scenic lookout Mirador Gavillan in Mamey
Location of Mamey within the municipality of Guaynabo shown in red
Location of Mamey within the municipality of Guaynabo shown in red
Mamey, Guaynabo, Puerto Rico is located in Caribbean
Mamey, Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
Mamey, Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
Location in Caribbean
Commonwealth  Puerto Rico
Municipality Guaynabo
Area
 • Total 2.45 sq mi (6.3 km2)
 • Land 2.45 sq mi (6.3 km2)
 • Water 0 sq mi (0 km2)
Elevation
607 ft (185 m)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 3,103
 • Density 1,266.5/sq mi (489.0/km2)
  Source: 2010 Census
Time zone UTC−4 (AST)

Mamey is a special kind of neighborhood called a barrio. It is located in the municipality of Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. In 2010, about 3,103 people lived in Mamey.

Mamey's Population Over Time

The number of people living in Mamey has changed over the years. In 1980, there were 2,097 residents. By 1990, the population grew to 2,279. It reached 3,165 people in the year 2000. Then, in 2010, the population was recorded as 3,103.

Exploring Mamey's Smaller Areas

Barrios like Mamey are often divided into smaller parts. These smaller areas are called sectores (which means "sectors" in English). Think of them as mini-neighborhoods within the main barrio.

Some of the different types of sectors you might find include:

  • sector (a general area)
  • urbanización (a housing development)
  • reparto (another type of development)
  • barriada (a traditional neighborhood)
  • residencial (a residential complex)

Here are some of the sectors you can find in Mamey barrio:

  • Barrio Mamey I
  • Calle Domingo González Lugo
  • Sector Antonio González
  • Sector Barrio Mamey II
  • Sector Cancel
  • Sector Carrillo
  • Sector Centeno
  • Sector Félix Urbina
  • Sector Figueroa
  • Sector Garcia
  • Sector Julio Pietro
  • Sector Los Castro
  • Sector Los Lagunas
  • Sector Paso Hondo
  • Sector Pedro Reyes
  • Sector Rivera Rosado

Cool Places to See in Mamey

One notable spot in Mamey is the Mirador Gavillan. This is a scenic lookout point. From here, you can enjoy amazing views of the metropolitan area, including the city of San Juan. It's a great place to see the landscape!

See also

  • Learn more about Mamey (Guaynabo) for kids in Spanish!
  • List of communities in Puerto Rico
  • List of barrios and sectors of Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
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