Adjuntas: Adjuntas, Puerto Rico

Adjuntas, Puerto Rico

(ahd-HOON-tahs)

Adjuntas is known by many names, the city is commonly known as “La Ciudad del Gigante Dormido”
(the city of the sleeping giant) because a mountain formation called by that name. It is also known as
“La Suiza de Puerto Rico” (the Switzerland of Puerto Rico) because it’s low temperatures, with
an average yearly weather of 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Last but not least, “La Tierra de los Lagos”
(the land of lakes) because of the many water holes in its mountainous terrain.

The town was founded in August 11, 1815 by Diego Maldonado. The name of the city comes
from the term tierras adjuntas (adjoining lands), because their territory
was part of the old Villa de San Blás de Illescas, (known today as
Coamo) and often referred as las tierras adjuntas
a Coamo.

The town was home to the first Health Center in the island, founded in 1950. The
first church was inaugurated in August 24, 1815.

Adjuntas has one of the highest mountain peaks on the island, Guilarte Peak (3,953 ft.), located in the Guilarte
Forest. Many rivers run through and around the town,
including Río Grande de Arecibo which originates in the ward Juan
González, crossing the city from south to north. Other rivers include
Guilarte, Tanamá, Pellejas, Vacas, Cidra and Limaní.

Points of Interest and Landmarks

The Museo Casa Pueblo houses a library, gallery, activity room, office
and an artisan shop. Open daily, 9am-4pm, (tel. 787-829-4842).

The Museum Fort Count Mirasol is open to the public; Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm, (tel. 787-741-1717).

Along the way you can summerge yourself in the beautiful and lush tropical scenery of Monte Guilarte Forest Reserve,
it is considered one the most beautiful reserves on the island and it is also home of one of the island’s tallest peaks. The
forest is divided into seven segments which are located among the municipalities of Adjuntas, Guayanilla,
Peñuelas and Yauco. The trails are excellent for hiking and the views at the at top of Monte Guilarte (3,953 ft)
are breathtaking. On a clear day you can see both Ponce and San Juan without the aid of binoculars. Monte Guilarte
is the third highest mountain peak on the island. There are picnic areas with shelters, cooking grills, toilets,
campgrounds and cabins for rent.

Economy

Adjuntas produces coffee, bananas, oranges and other fruits.
Adjuntas is one of the main producers of coffee in the island, producing about 32% of the coffee consumed locally.

Geography

Adjuntas territory is very mountainous because the city is located on
the Central Mountain range (La Cordillera Central), north of
Yauco,
Guayanilla and
Peñuelas;
southeast of
Utuado; east of
Lares and
Yauco; and west of
Ponce.

The highest elevation is Mount Guilarte at 3,953 ft (1,205 m). Other peaks are Silla de Calderon at 3,773
ft (1,105 m) and Vaquinas at 3,346 ft (1,020 m) above sea level.

Rivers
There are several rivers that run through Adjuntas. These rivers include: Rio Cidra, Rio Corcho, Rio de la Cienaga, Rio Garzas,
Rio Guilarte, Rio Las Vacas, Rio Limani, Rio Saltillo, Rio Toro, Rio Vacas, and Yahuecas.

Lakes
Adjuntas is also home of many lakes, including: Adjuntas, Garzas, Guayo, Pellejas and Yahuecas.
Garzas Lake also serves as reservoir.

Adjuntas is made up of 17 barrios (wards/districts):

• Capáez
• Garzas
• Guayabo Dulce
• Guayo
• Guilarte
• Juan González

• Limaní
• Pellejas
• Portillo
• Portuguez
• Adjuntas Pueblo
• Saltillo

• Tanamá
• Vegas Abajo
• Vegas Arriba
• Yahuecas
• Yayales

Climate

Adjuntas annual precipitation is 87 inches, and its average temperature is 72°F.
Summers are warm (83°-85°F) in the daytime and mild at night time (60°-63°F).
Meanwhile winters are moderately warm with cool temperatures at night, temperatures are
between in the 50 °F (10 °C) and 60 °F (16 °C) range, but after cold fronts
temperatures can drop down to 40 °F (4 °C).

10 Day Forecast

Notable People

There are many well-known “adjunteños”, among them:

• Jesús M. Benitez, writer
• Rafael de Jesús Cordero, economist and writer
• Pelegrín López de Victoria, writer
• Arístides Moll, physician, writer and poet
• Josefina Moll, writer

Restaurants

• La Hamaca Restaurant (Puerto Rican), (787) 829-4891
• La Terraza Fried Chicken (Puerto Rican), (787) 829-0348
• Melos BBQ (American), (787) 829-4780
• Restaurante Las Cabañas (Puerto Rican), (787) 829-3131
• Restaurante Star Light (Puerto Rican), (787) 829-0438
• Restaurante Vida Ventura (International), (787) 829-9096
• Sushill’s Fried Chicken (Chinese), (787) 829-1952

Festivals and Events

• Festival de la Cidra – March
• Festival del Gigante – March
  This 9 1/4-mile (15km) race starts at Puerta Bernasal and finishes at Plaza Publica.
  (787) 829-3310
• Fiestas Patronales de San Joaquin & Santa Ana – August
  Every year, Adjuntas celebrates a patron saint festival. The festivities include dances, food, parades and religious processions.
  (787) 829-2590 or (787) 829-3310

Symbols

Flag

A white diagonal stripe divides the flag in two triangles. The upper one is purple, while
the lower one is green. In the middle of each triangle lies a white cross known as the
“Illescas cross”. The cross also symbolizes Saint Joachim and Saint Ana, patrons of the
town. The white color symbolizes purity, while purple represents Joachim’s cloth and green
the nature of the town.

Coat of Arms

Adjuntas coat of arms includes a walking stick or crook that represents the patriarch San
Joaquín, father of the Holy Virgin Mary. The distaff represents domestic work and also
symbolizes Santa Ana, the mother of the Virgin Mary. The star represents the Virgin. The
bells and crosses allude to the name of the town, Adjuntas. The crosses are taken from the
seal of Coamo and their origins lie in the coat of arms of the Illescas lineage, which is
historically related to the old village of San Blas. The coffee branches allude to Adjuntas’
location in the coffee-growing region of Puerto Rico. The walled crown is a smaller version
of the four towers to signify that in the Spanish era it was granted the title of “villa” by
the crown.

Anthem
The anthem of Adjuntas was written by Jose Nieves Perez. The title is
“Adjuntas es mi amor”.

Education

There are 14 public schools in Adjuntas,
education is handled by the Puerto Rico Department of Education.

Demographics *

Population
18,020

Puerto Rico: 3,285,874

Land Area: 66.69 sq mi

Density: 264.1 per sq mi

Median Age: 42.9

Sex: 51% female

Economics **

Per capita income
$7,349

Puerto Rico: $21,058

Median household income: $14,253
Puerto Rico: $21,058

Persons below poverty line: 64. 8%

Housing, families and educational attainment *

Number of households
6,851
Housing units density:
121.8 (2013)

Persons per household: 3.02

High school grad or higher: 65%

Marital status: 40% married

* U.S. Census Bureau 2020 data, unless otherwise noted – Source: Quick Facts Puerto Rico.

** U.S. Census Bureau 2016-2020

Map References

Coordinates: 18.1628° N, 66.7222° W

Zip Code: 00601, 00631

Driving Distance from San Juan: 83.21 miles

Driving Time: 1 hour 25 minutes

Adjuntas – Travel guide at Wikivoyage

Adjuntas is a municipality and small mountain town located in the Cordillera Central region of Puerto Rico. The town is famous for its relatively cold temperatures (often called “the Switzerland of Puerto Rico”), its mountainous scenery, many rivers and waterfalls.

Understand[edit]

Downtown Adjuntas and El Gigante Dormido in the background.

Adjuntas is located on a small valley in the Cordillera Central, the main central mountain range of Puerto Rico. Although the area had been settled by the Taino before the Spanish arrival, the modern town dates to 1815 when a small gold rush brought people from Coamo and other southern towns to the area in search of precious metals. Gold, silver and copper were still being mined in Adjuntas during the 20th century. In addition to its Taino and Spanish heritage, the town was also home to a relatively large Jewish community during the 18th and 19th centuries, and freed families also settled in large numbers after the abolition of slavery.

• San Juan: Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport
• Aguadilla: Rafael Hernández Airport
• Ponce: Mercedita Airport

By car[edit]

Adjuntas can be easily reached by car from Ponce through route PR-10 which crosses the southern portion of the Cordillera Central. The town can also be reached from Utuado (and Arecibo) in the north also through PR-10 although the route here has not been developed as a highway and the winding road is narrower.

Get around[edit]

The historic downtown is relatively small and is most easily explored by foot. Car is still the best option to move around the municipality, especially to get to the forests, swimming holes and other natural areas.

A word of caution: if driving you are sharing the road with trucks, and locals. The mountain roads have steep descents and ascents, hairpin turns, and steep cliff drops are not always protected by railing. The roads may look like one-lane highways but are made to handle two-lane traffic.

Visitors entrance to the Guilarte State Forest.

• 18.163776-66.7235441 Adjuntas Pueblo (downtown Adjuntas). See the historic Roman Catholic church, Spanish-style recreational plaza, and the municipal buildings surrounded by streets and shops.
  You can drive around the pueblo or park your car and walk around the square and into the plaza. The Spanish law, which regulated life in Puerto Rico in the early 19th century, stated the plaza’s purpose was for celebrations and festivities. The town square is famous for its ornamental thermometer which shows the actual temperature and the previous temperature records, as Adjuntas has recorded some of the coldest temperatures in the island. The area is also home to several historic buildings, cafes, restaurants and bars. (updated Jun 2022)
  • Casa Pueblo, 30 PR-5516 (located in downtown Adjuntas), ☏ +1 787-829-4842. Daily 8:30AM-3PM. This non-profit environmental community-based organization is dedicated to the preservation of the environment through community education and renewable energy research. The organization is located in a historic Criollo-style house and has a small museum and visitors center, a gift shop selling local arts and crafts, and a café. Casa Pueblo also offers educational and guided tours to some natural places around Adjuntas such as the People’s State Forest (Bosque Estatal del Pueblo) and hosts special scientific and cultural events. (updated Jun 2022)
• El Gigante Dormido (Cerro El Gigante). This mountain resembles a sleeping giant when observed from the north, especially from downtown Adjuntas. The mountain has become an icon of the town and locals have many stories that explain the formation of the now legendary mountain. (updated Jun 2022)
• Finca de Ecoturismo Madre Isla (Madre Isla Farm), ☏ +1 787-829-4842. Operated by Casa Pueblo de Adjuntas, this coffee farm has been developed for eco- and agritourism. It is near Garzas Lake and the Guilarte State Forest, and offers tours, camping sites, hiking trails and occasional educational events. (updated Oct 2021)
• Garzas Lake (Lago Garzas). Reservoir created by the damming of the Las Vacas and Garzas rivers. Opportunities for fishing, hiking and camping. A suspended bridge nearby, Puente La Hamaca, is another tourist destination. (updated Oct 2021)
• Guilarte State Forest (Bosque Estatal de Monte Guilarte), PR-131 (entrance by the DRNA park ranger station), ☏ +1 787-844-4051, +1 787-844-4660. One of the largest of Puerto Rico’s 20 state forests. It is a tropical rainforest surrounding Mount Guilarte, the fifth highest peak in Puerto Rico. The rainforest is home to numerous endangered and rare plant and animal species such as the Guilarte hollyfern and the palo de ramon. The forest has a few hiking trail, the most popular one being the one that leads to the top of Mount Guilarte at 3,934 feet (1,199 m) of elevation. (updated Oct 2021)
• Hacienda Tres Angeles, PR-129 – km. 38.4, ☏ +1 787-360-0019. F 9:30AM-5PM, Sa 9AM-5PM. Coffee plantation and farm offering guided tours and a coffee shop where you can taste and buy fresh coffee from the farm. (updated Oct 2021)

Charco Azul in El Ataud

• Fishing at Garzas Lake, particularly by theLago Garzas Fishing Club. +1 787-213-1505. (updated Oct 2021)
• Hiking at the Guilarte State Forest, Pueblo State Forest (Bosque del Pueblo) and around Garzas Lake.
• Swimming at one of the many natural pools formed by waterfalls and rivers banks around the municipality:
  • Charco El Ataud (often called Charco Azul by visitors), Garzas Road, Adjuntas (close to Garzas Lake). Natural swimming hole popular with locals and visitors alike, formed by the El Ataud Falls along the Jayuya River (locally known as Rio El Ataud). (updated Oct 2021)
  • Charco Garzas, Garzas Road, Adjuntas (further down from El Ataud). Natural swimming pool along the same river as El Ataud, formed by Las Losetas Waterfalls. (updated Oct 2021)
  • El Mangó Waterfalls (Charco El Mangó), Ruta Panorámica, Adjuntas (off PR-525). Peaceful natural swimming hole formed by the El Mangó Waterfalls (Chorro El Mangó) along the Yahuecas River. (updated Oct 2021)

• Bosque Escuela La Olimpia, 30 PR-5516, ☏ +1 787-243-7315. F-Su 9AM-2PM. Learn about the local forest and the environmental efforts in Puerto Rico to preserve natural spaces like this on this interdisciplinary workshop. The lesson includes a guided tour through the forest and a hike to Pico Libertad. Adult $10, child $5, only cash. (updated Oct 2021)

• There are numerous gift shops selling local arts, crafts and souvenirs around downtown Adjuntas.
• Coffee! Adjuntas is one of Puerto Rico’s coffee centers with numerous coffee farms and haciendas selling their coffee to visitors, such as in Hacienda Tres Angeles.

• El Boricua, PR-5516 Juan González, ☏ +1 787-829-1956. Daily 8AM-2AM. Restaurant and bar. (updated Oct 2021)
• El Campo Es Leña, Carr. 521 Km. 7.8 Bo. Vegas Arriba, ☏ +1 939-793-8340, [email protected]. F Sa 3PM-midnight, Su 1-8PM. Popular restaurant and grill serving Puerto Rican dishes from locally sourced ingredients, fun cocktails and delicious pizza made on a “fogón” (stone oven). $10-30. (updated Oct 2021)
• Giomas a las Brazas, PR-135 km 21.4, ☏ +1 787-505-6041. W-Sa 11AM-5PM. Serving burgers, Mexican and Puerto Rican dishes. (updated Oct 2021)
• Hacienda Maribó, PR-10 km 28 (just outside of downtown Adjuntas), ☏ +1 787-202-4305. Th noon-9PM, Sa Su noon-11PM. Serving Puerto Rican dishes and BBQ. (updated Oct 2021)
• Lechonera La Playita, 3 Rodulfo Gonzales Street. Daily 7:30AM-11PM. Typical Puerto Rican “lechonera” serving pork and Puerto Rican dishes. (updated Jun 2022)
• Lucy’s Pizza, 15 San Joaquin (downtown Adjuntas), ☏ +1 787-829-1555. Pizza, calzones, hamburgers, sandwiches and ice cream. (updated Jun 2022)
• Restaurant Las Garzas, Carr Garzas Centro Car 123 km 36.6 Int 522 km 0.2, ☏ +1 787 829-1717. Sun-Thurs 8AM-10PM, Fri-Sat 8AM-11PM. (updated Jun 2022)
• Tierra del Frío, 15-23 Santa Ana Street (downtown Adjuntas), ☏ +1 939-254-5122. Daily 11AM-9PM. (updated Oct 2021)

You can enjoy drinks at any of the local restaurants. Many gas stations sell drinks as well as beer.

• Finca Madre Isla cabins and camping, ☏ +1 787-829-4842, [email protected]. Operated by Casa Pueblo de Adjuntas, this coffee farm has 5 cabins for renting with room for up to 40 people and a camping site next to Garzas Lake. (updated Oct 2021)
• Parador Villas Sotomayor (Villa Sotomayor), PR-123 km 36.6 Int. PR-522 km 0.2, ☏ +1 787-829-1717, [email protected]. One of the most famous “paradores” of Puerto Rico featuring hotel rooms, villas and a restaurant serving fresh meals prepared from local ingredients from Hacienda Nur Farms. (updated Oct 2021)

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• Arecibo and Utuado to the north along PR-10.
• Ponce to the south along PR-10.

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