Isabela, Puerto Rico

Travel distance from San Juan: 73.1 mi (about 1 hour 35 mins)

Background:

Isabela is known as the "Jardín del Noroeste" (Garden of the Northwest), because of the many wild flowers in its landscape. It is also known as "Pueblo de los Quesitos de Hoja" (Town of Leaf Cheeses), because of its popular staple of white cheese wrapped in banana plant leaves - reputed to be the best. Isabela also has the dubious distinction of being known as "La Ciudad de los Gallitos" (City of the Fighting Cocks), typified by its enthusiasm for cock-fights.

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