History in Puerto Rico

A resilient tree that has survived for more than 700 years in Guánica Dry Forest.

At this studio, musicians, engineers, and quite possibly a music-loving ghost carry on Puerto Rico's musical traditions.

This museum preserves the heyday of Puerto Rican coffee.

This rock in the middle of a river in Jayuya contains dozens of Pre-Columbian Taíno petroglyphs.

This colorful gate stands as an entrance to the walled city of Old San Juan.

Drift through underground caves on a tube.

Everyone from Alan Ginsberg to The Rolling Stones has stopped by this classic dive bar.

Invading U.S. troops were first seen from this now-abandoned tower, leading to the Spanish-American War.

Legend has it this historic port was a popular hideout and smuggling spot for pirates.

The abandoned remains of this once-thriving hotel looms over the city, awaiting an uncertain future.

This small fort played a huge role defending Puerto Rico’s capital city.

Years of neglect and nature took a toll on this 19th-century lighthouse.