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Plazas and Parks: Controversial "Discoverer" Columbus Statue
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  • By jumpingnorman on June 17, 2009
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    • Plaza de Colon, San Juan, Puerto Rico - San Juan
    Plaza de Colon, San Juan,
    Puerto Rico
    by jumpingnorman,
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    Our 5-year old twins had fun chasing the pigeons in this small Plaza Colon, also known before as St James Square or Plaza Santiago.

    If you walk along San Juan, you notice some of the other Plazas undergoing some reconstruction. Plaza Colon seems to be the most visited as it is so well-located at the main entrance to Old San Juan – and the statue here honors Columbus who has been the attack of controversy as to who really “discovered” this part of the world.

    We had been walking a lot through the humidity (coming from the Capitolio!), and so it was very nice to sit down in the shady grasses under the trees in this plaza.

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  • Directions: at the main entrance to Old San Juan
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    Plazas and Parks: Plaza de Colon
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  • Updated By starship on February 5, 2005
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    • Plaza de Colon - San Juan
    Plaza de Colon
    by starship
    Around Old San Juan you'll find several tributes to Christopher Columbus who is credited with the island's "discovery" in 1493. This particularly lovely fountain and monument can be found in Plaza de Colon bounded by Calle Fortaleza and San Francisco Street. Originally named St. James Square, the square was given its present name in 1893 when the monument was erected to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Colombus' discovery of the island. The statue of Columbus depicts him holding a flag in his left hand and a globe in the right. Some particularly finely wrought bronze plaques at the base of the monument illustrate important events in the life of Christopher Columbus.

    I'm not sure what the lovely building in the background is here, but pictures of the statue taken from a different angle would show San Cristobal as a particularly fitting backdrop. Other monuments to Columbus are on display around town as well.

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  • Address: Plaza de Colon
  • Directions: The plaza is bound by Calle Fortaleza and San Francisco Street, only a few streets uphill from the waterfront.
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    Plazas and Parks: Plaza de Armas
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  • Updated By starship on November 17, 2007
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    • Plaza de Armas - San Juan
    Plaza de Armas
    by starship
    Probably so named because it was the sight of parading Spanish troops during the Spanish-American War, we came upon Plaza de Armas on this beautiful bright day to find it already decorated in November for Christmas--notice the big tree in the accompanying picture!! This park-like plaza is a gathering spot for humans and pigeons by the hundreds. The humans flock on benches under trees and the pigeons flock to a delapidated gazebo. I remember sitting around what I thought I remember as a fountain back in the 1980's. I think that is where the decorated Christmas tree now stands in the Plaza. The space seems much greener now. A fixture in the plaza is the "nameless" coffee bar which is always open and serves up a strong espresso to anyone who wanders up.

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  • Directions: Calle San Francisco, Old Town
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    Plazas and Parks: Parque las Palomas
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  • Updated By Gypsystravels on January 16, 2008
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    • Feeding the pigeons - San Juan
    Feeding the pigeons
    by Gypsystravels
    Just like San Marco square, Parque de Palomas has many pigeons. Located right next to Capilla de Cristo with views of the caribbean this park is a nice spot.

    The children love coming to this park and feeding the pigeons. Me, I love animals but pigeons are on the bottom of that love list. They carry so many diseases and caution should be the first priority. So, if you want to feed them, toss the food to the ground and watch them from afar.

    Please Note: Do not allow the pigeons to climb all over you, it is a health hazard!!

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    Plazas and Parks: Plaza de Colom
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  • By Jim_Eliason on November 23, 2003
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    • Plaza de Colom - San Juan
    Plaza de Colom
    by Jim_Eliason
    Colombus plaza is on the main street that enters and leave the old town. This is the best place to catch a cab back out of the old city

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    Plazas and Parks: Plaza Quinto Centenario
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  • Updated By Jim_Eliason on December 21, 2008
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    • Plaza Quinto Centario - San Juan
    Plaza Quinto Centario
    by Jim_Eliason
    This plaza commemorates 500 years since San Juan was found. It is North America's second oldest city.

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    Plazas and Parks: GredisanT Healing Massage
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    • My place offers Massages, Facial, And every new rejuvenation technology as for example; plastic surgery,lazer hair removar,photo facial and more.

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  • Address: 703 Fernandez Juncos Avenue Miramar, Puerto Rico
  • Phone: 787-977-7070/787-299-1747
  • Directions: Miramar is in San Juan. Our location is near the new Convention Center.
  • Website: www.thepuertoricomassage.com
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    Plazas and Parks: Plaza de Rojativa
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  • Updated By Jim_Eliason on November 23, 2003
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    • Plaza de Rojativa - San Juan
    Plaza de Rojativa
    by Jim_Eliason
    Small plaza located next to the eastern city wall.

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    Plazas and Parks: Plaza de Armas
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  • By Jim_Eliason on November 23, 2003
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    • Plaza De Armas - San Juan
    Plaza De Armas
    by Jim_Eliason
    This plaza houses the the city hall and is a gathering spot for locals

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    Plazas and Parks: Parque de los Palomas
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  • Updated By Jim_Eliason on February 23, 2005
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    • Parque de los Palomas - San Juan
    Parque de los Palomas
    by Jim_Eliason
    This small park has wonderful views overlooking San Juan Bay.

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