Humacao
Humacao is named after the Indian chief Jumacao. By:Travel & Sports Staff, June-2008
This was once an important sugarcane area (the Ejemplo and Pasto Viejo sugar mills were located here). In 1920, the Czech architect Antonin Nechodoma designed a home for the Roig-Guzmán family. This unique and graceful structure is now open to the public as the Museo Casa Roig. While the Museo features displays of contemporary art, it is a work of art in and of itself.
After looking around the Museo, you might want to look up. To do that, visit the Astronomic Observatory (see the directory ... (more)
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Rt 908 Km 1.4, Barrio Tejas. www1.uprh.edu
Open house on Thursdays at 7:30pm. This show covers the stars planets and moon (when visible). Reservations required for large groups. A Wednesday morning show (10am-11:30am, only by reservation) covers sunspots.
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04/24/2010 - 04/25/2010
Plaza de Recreo Luis Muñoz Rivera.
A festival to encourage the protection of the environment and the municipal recycling programs, featuring typical music of yesteryear, with bands and food kiosks.
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06/05/2010 - 06/06/2010
Dorado del Mar Golf Club. prga.org
The best junior players compete for the chance to represent Puerto Rico at different international events. The winner of the junior's open division will be awarded the Obloquies Cup. Contact the golf association for details.
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Rt 3 Km 74.3, Río Abajo. drna.gobierno.pr
A wildlife reserve of great ecological importance located along the Humacao and Naguabo coasts. This historic sugar-cane area features an interconnected lagoon system and an ancient water pumping station. An ideal environment for aquatic birds, native and endemic flora and fauna. Self-guided walking tours. Kayak and bicycle accessible.
Symbol Key: Sponsors, Biking, Bird-Watching, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Information, Kayaking, Mangroves, Reserve / Sanctuary, Star Listing.
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Palmas del Mar Country Club.
Championship golf course designed by Reese Jones and among the longest and most challenging in Puerto Rico. It features wide fairways, distinctive bunkering, challenging greens and the blue waters of the Caribbean Sea. Holes/Yards: 18/7122.
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Palmas del Mar Country Club.
An enjoyable course designed by Gary Player and featuring a lush, tropical landscape, water hazards and panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea and Vieques Island. Holes/Yards: 18/6675.
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Palmas del Mar Resort (open to the public).
Horseback riding along the beach on Paso Fino horses, visit us on the Internet. Available: Regular trail ride, Kids trail and "Pony" ride. For the seasoned rider our Advanced Ride, Ultimate Ride and "Cabalgata a la Criolla" Getaway.
Programacion de Educacion Comunal y Servicios A non-profit organization with the goal of inspiring and developing education, youth intervention, socio-economic and community development. Participating in the Humacao Nature Reserve ecotourism project.
Welcome divers, hikers, snorkelers, birdwatchers and kayakers! Marine biologists take you to stunning beaches, clear waters for snorkeling; bird sanctuaries in mangroved lagoons for the adventurous, blue water diving on outer cays.
(main office: Fajardo.)
Ask for any special travelandsports.com offers when you call.
787-479-7479
Palmas del Mar Resort (open to the public).
Horseback riding along the beach on Paso Fino horses, visit us on the Internet. Available: Regular trail ride, Kids trail and "Pony" ride. For the seasoned rider our Advanced Ride, Ultimate Ride and "Cabalgata a la Criolla".