The Capitol of Puerto Rico (El Capitolio) in San Juan

The Capitol of Puerto Rico (El Capitolio)

San Juan, Puerto Rico

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Construction started
1921
Type
Government office in San Juan, Puerto Rico

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Why is Puerto Rico's capital named San Juan?

Initially, Columbus christened the Island San Juan Bautista (St. John the Baptist). The name was soon changed to Puerto Rico, or “rich port,” when the Spaniards realized the impressive amount of gold found in its rivers. When the capital city was established, it took the name of San Juan.

What is el capitolio?

The El Capitolio Nacional (National Capitol of Cuba) is one of the most emblematic buildings in Havana. This majestic construction, located in the Centro Habana, is similar to that in Washington D.C, but a meter higher, a meter wider, and a meter longer, as well as much more rich in detail.