Morovis
(mo-RO-vis)
Morovis is known as "La Isla Menos Morovis" (the island except Morovis). Morovis was founded in 1818 by Juan Evangelista Rivera and Juan José de Torres.
Morovis is located in the central region of the island, north of Orocovis; south of Manatí, Vega Baja, and Vega Alta; east of Ciales; and west of Corozal.
There are many well-known "moroveños", among them: Baltasar Corrada.
Morovis is made up of 14 barrios (wards/districts):
- Barahona
- Cuchillas
- Franquez
- Monte Llano
- Morovis Norte
- Morovis Sur
- Pasto
- Perchas
- Pueblo
- Río Grande
- San Lorenzo
- Torrecillas
- Unibón
- Vaga
Things to See and Do In Morovis
Want to know what to see and do in Morovis? Discover few ideas for exploring and enjoying the city.
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Festivals and Events
- Dia de los Inocentes - December
- Festival del Cuatro - July
- Fiestas Patronales de Nuestra Sra. del Carmen - July
Every year, Morovis celebrates a patron saint festival. The festivities include dances, food, parades and religious processions. (787) 862-2155 - Homenaje a Don Felo - May
- La Isla Menos Central - December
Symbols
Anthem: Oh Morovis, tu vives latente...
Education
There are 15 public schools in Morovis, education is handled by the Puerto Rico Department of Education.
Climate
Demographics *
32,610
Population
32,617 (July 2013 est.)
Land Area: 38.87 sq mi
Density: 839.0 per sq mi
Median Age: 33
Economics *
Per capita income (2013)
Puerto Rico: $11,068
Median household income: $14,797
Puerto Rico: $19,624
Persons below poverty line: 56.20 %
Housing, families and educational attainment *
10,859
Number of households
Housing units density: 318.5
Persons per household: 3.37
High school grad or higher: 62.3%
* U.S. Census Bureau 2010 data unless otherwise noted.
Map References
Coordinates: 18.1144° N, 66.1681° W
Zip Code: 00687
Driving Distance from San Juan: 39.1 miles
Driving Time: 1 hour, 14 minutes
