Bayamón (disambiguation)

Bayamón is a city located in the northern coastal valley of Puerto Rico. It is the second-most populous city in Puerto Rico, after San Juan. Bayamón is part of the San Juan-Caguas-Guaynabo Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Bayamón was founded by Juan Ramírez de Arellano in 1772. It was originally named after the local Taíno chief, Bahamon. The city has a rich history, with many historical sites such as the Cathedral of Santa Cruz, one of the oldest churches in the Americas.

Geography

Bayamón is located in the northern part of Puerto Rico, in the Karst region. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the north, Toa Baja to the west, Guaynabo and San Juan to the east, and Aguas Buenas, Comerío, and Naranjito to the south.

Economy

The economy of Bayamón is diverse, with sectors such as retail, healthcare, professional services, and manufacturing playing significant roles. The city is home to several shopping centers, hospitals, and universities.

Education

Bayamón is home to several institutions of higher education, including the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamón, Bayamón Central University, and Inter American University of Puerto Rico, Bayamón Campus.

Sports

Bayamón is known for its sports culture, with several professional sports teams, including the Vaqueros de Bayamón basketball team and the Bayamón FC soccer team.

Notable people

Several notable people hail from Bayamón, including José Juan Barea, a professional basketball player, and Daddy Yankee, a reggaeton artist.

See also

• List of cities in Puerto Rico
• History of Puerto Rico