In Puerto Rico, the legal system blends U.S. federal law with its own local legal code rooted in the civil law tradition (similar to many Latin…
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Introduction
The Caribbean is a subregion in the middle of the Americas centered around the Caribbean Sea in the North Atlantic Ocean, mostly overlapping with the West Indies. Bordered by North America to the north, Central America to the west, and South America to the south, it comprises numerous islands, cays, islets, reefs, and banks. It includes the Lucayan Archipelago, Greater Antilles, and Lesser Antilles of the West Indies; the Quintana Roo islands and Belizean islands of the Yucatán Peninsula; and the Bay Islands, Miskito Cays, Archipelago of San Andrés, Providencia, and Santa Catalina, and Corn Islands of Central America.
It also includes the coastal areas on the continental mainland of the Americas bordering the region from the Yucatán Peninsula in North America through Central America to the Guianas in South America.
The official languages of Puerto Rico are: 1. Spanish (Español) 2. English In Education and Government:
Puerto Rico, the official and only currency used is the United States Dollar (USD). Currency Facts: Important Notes:
Here are some of the most influential Puerto Rican content creators across TikTok and Instagram in 2025, spanning music, comedy, fashion, and social commentary: Top Puerto…
Here are some notable fashion companies, designers, and fashion-related businesses based in Puerto Rico: 1. Ecliptica 2. Lisa Cappalli 3. Carlota Alfaro 4. Luis Antonio 5.…
Here are the main commercial banks operating in Puerto Rico, offering a range of financial services including checking/savings accounts, loans, credit cards, and business banking: 1.…
Agriculture in Puerto Rico plays a supporting role in the economy but remains important for food security, cultural identity, and rural employment. Here’s a breakdown of…
Here are the main airports in Puerto Rico, categorized by international, regional, and smaller domestic airfields: Major International Airport Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) –…
Here’s an overview of the governors of Puerto Rico, encompassing both the Spanish colonial period and the era under U.S. administration, including elected governors: Spanish Colonial…
Here is a brief history of Puerto Rico, highlighting key events that shaped the island: Pre-Columbian Era (Before 1493) Spanish Colonization (1493–1898) Becoming a U.S. Territory…