Plaza del Quinto Centenario
Neighborhood: Old San Juan
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This plaza, built in 1992 for the commemorate the Fifth Centenary of the discovery of America, extends from the San José Church and the rebuilt Ballajá Barracks. The 'Tótem Telúrico', an impressive, contemporary sculpture made by the local artist Jaime Suárez graces its center. The Plaza provides an excellent view of the El Morro grounds, the old San Juan cemetery, and the Atlantic Ocean. Teenagers can be found at the plaza, on weekends, skating and having fun; while, tourists like it as a place to relax, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Historic Plaza
Neighborhood: Old San Juan
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This plaza, built in 1992 for the commemorate the Fifth Centenary of the discovery of America, extends from the San José Church and the rebuilt Ballajá Barracks. The 'Tótem Telúrico', an impressive, contemporary sculpture made by the local artist Jaime Suárez graces its center. The Plaza provides an excellent view of the El Morro grounds, the old San Juan cemetery, and the Atlantic Ocean. Teenagers can be found at the plaza, on weekends, skating and having fun; while, tourists like it as a place to relax, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Reviews
Simple and fun!
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Reviewed by:tamiramos67 from Fort Meade, MD on Dec 08 2006
Feel the History
This plaza is situated near El Morro and the adjacent cemetery. It celebrates 500 years of Spanish ...
Reviewed by:sanpedrana03 from on Jun 08 2006
