|
People
often ask us what is there to see in Ponce? Some of our passengers
claim that the museum of Art in Ponce by itself makes it a must for any
traveler. Ponce is the capital of Puerto Rico's Cultural movement. This trip allows you to see the countryside of Puerto Rico. Look out for the sensuous breast mountain shapes. Gaze at the lonely centenary tree that gives the impression it is climbing alone into the top of a mountain. Entrance fee to museums not included |
After
we leave the museum, we will visit Ponce's Square Las Delicias.
Indian laurel trees, fountains, the the most unique Firehouse on planet
earth "El Parque de Bombas." In 1820, when Ponce was just
beginning to progress commercially and agriculturally, the town was
partially destroyed by a terrible fire that burned more than 100
homes. Three years later, Governor Miguel de la Torre, impressed by
the tragedy, founded the first corps of firefighters on the island.
Men between the ages of 16-20 were required to train as firefighters and
to provide their own equipment. Years later the seacoast area, then the most
important commercial center of the region, was destroyed by a fire.
When this occurred the Count of Mirasol ordered the formation of a new
corps of firefighters, to be made of volunteers and whose equipment was to
be supplied by the municipal government.
Get
your camera ready for great shots. You will be able to appreciate the
beauty of this city from the top of the hill at "El Vigia
Cross". From here we will stop at the Serralles Mansion where a
guided tour let you get the essence of lifestyle of the rich and famous
family who invented the formula for Rum Don Q.