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Puerto Rico's East Region


East Region

This region is home of El Yunque, known as the Caribbean National Forest, is located in the rugged Sierra de Luquillo, 40 km southeast of San Juan. Catch the ferry from Fajardo to the outlying islands of Vieques and Culebra, both known for their secluded beaches, snorkeling spots and spectacular views. A must see is the phosphorescent Mosquito Bay. This rare and remarkable phenomenon is caused by millions of luminescent dinoflagellates lighthing up when disturbed by movement. The region is also famous for its fresh local seafood and romantic sunsets.

The east region consists of 17 cities:

Popular Attractions
  1. Natural Reserve of Mosquito, Vieques
  2. Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve, Fajardo
  3. Laguna Grande (Bioluminescent Bay), Fajardo
  4. Humacao Nature Reserve, Humacao
  5. Luquillo Beach, Luquillo
Caguas
Canóvanas
Ceiba
Culebra
Fajardo
Gurabo
Humacao
Juncos
Las Piedras
Loíza
Luquillo
Maunabo
Naguabo
Río Grande
San Lorenzo
Yabucoa
Vieques



Did You Know?

Puerto Rico was first enumerated by the U.S. Census Bureau for the U.S. War Department in 1899. Puerto Rico has been included as part of the decennial census since 1910. The Census Bureau conducted the first economic census in Puerto Rico in 1909.