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The best way to get to know the Puerto Rican culture is through their indigenous ancestors The Taino.
Almost 50% of Puerto Rico's municipalities have Taino names.  Many of the rivers, fruits, foods and traditions are indigenous to Puerto Rico including the canoe (canoa) which was the first Taino word accepted by the Spanish language.

The Ruta Taina is a sacred tour through the land Tainos.  The various towns include sacred ceremonial ground, petroglyphs, archaeological sites, burial sites, legends and more can be explored at one's own pace.

Unique areas that feature sightseeing:

Arecibo-named after chief Arasibo who lived in the lands.  It hosts a great cavern system,  including Cueva del Indio (Indian's Cave) it is one of the most visited in the country.

Arecibo-Cuevo del Indio Nature Reserve
Arecibo Lighthouse & Historical Park-Theme Park that recreates the Puerto Rican culture
Antiguo Caney del Abacoa
Fishing Indian Monument
Rene' Marques Museum of Art and History
Dos Bocas Lake
Rio Abajo State Forest

Utuado-Mountainous town in Puerto Rico's central region named after chief Otoao whose name means Mountainous
Tanama National Park
Petroglyphs at Salto de Los Mornes Rock
Batey de Salto Arriba Village Monument to Chief Alonso
Caonillas Lake
Monument to chief Don Alonso

Jayuya-Renowned as the indigenous capital of Puerto Rico

Jayuya Cultural Center
The Written Stone Recreational Center
Maboiti Art and Culture Center
Zama Mural

Adjuntas-The Central Mountainous region of the island known for it's cool temperatures
Batey Vegas Arriba and Bosque del Pueblo
Sun of Adjuntas Mural

 Ponce-The second largest city in Puerto Rico
Cerrillos Lake
Jacana Archaeological Complex
Tibes Indigenous Ceremonial Center

Lodging-Ruta Taina goes through some of the most beautiful scenarios of Puerto Ricos central mountain region.    There are several options for lodging including agrotourism farms





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