Barranquitas, PR
Barranquitas, PR
- Barranquitas is a small, inland town and municipality in Puerto Rico, located in the central region of the island, north of Coamo; south of Corozal; southeast of Orocovis; and west of Cidra and Comerío. Barranquitas is spread over 6 barrios and Barranquitas Pueblo (the downtown area and the administrative center of the city). It is part of the San Juan-Caguas-Guaynabo Metropolitan Statistical Area.
History[edit | edit source]
- Barranquitas was founded in 1803 by Antonio Aponte de Toro. The city is historically known for being the birthplace of illustrious Puerto Rican politicians, poets, and statesmen.
Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]
- Barranquitas is home to several healthcare facilities that provide services to its residents and those from surrounding areas.
- Hospital Menonita de Barranquitas is a well-known healthcare facility in the area. It offers a variety of services including emergency care, surgical services, and specialized healthcare.
- Centro de Salud Integral de Barranquitas is another healthcare facility in the city. It provides comprehensive health services to the community, including primary care, dental care, and preventive health services.
- Farmacia Barranquiteña is a local pharmacy that provides prescription services and other health-related products to the community.
Education[edit | edit source]
- Barranquitas is part of the Puerto Rico Department of Education. It has several public and private schools that provide education from kindergarten to high school.
Culture[edit | edit source]
- Barranquitas is known for its traditional Puerto Rican culture. The city hosts the annual Festival Nacional del Jibaro, a festival dedicated to the country folk of Puerto Rico, and the Festival de las Flores, a flower festival.
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