Caparra Archaeological Site
The ruins of the first Spanish settlement and capital in Puerto Rico, founded by Juan Ponce de León in 1508.

📜 Remains of Caparra, the first European settlement in Puerto Rico.
🔍 Oldest known European community under U.S. authority.

Why Go

🏛️ Explore foundations of Juan Ponce de León's residence
📜 Learn about early Spanish colonial life and Taíno history
🗿 See unearthed artifacts from excavations
🏞️ Visit a U.S. National Historic Landmark

Why Avoid

🗣️ Museum labels are exclusively in Spanish
🚧 Site bisected by a modern highway

Hours

🕒 Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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