1966 Map of Puerto Real

About this map

Cabo Rojo serves as the inland anchor for this coastal survey of southwestern Puerto Rico, where the terrain shifts from the urban center of Pueblo Norte and Pueblo Sur to the mangroves and salt flats of the shoreline. The landscape is defined by its transition between agricultural lowlands like Llanos Tuna and the marine environment of Bahía de Boquerón. The infrastructure of the era is clearly visible, including the Ferrocarril and segments of Antigua Via Ferrocarril, alongside local landmarks such as the Capilla del Carmen in Puerto Real and the Escuela Garfield. Natural features such as the Laguna Joyuda and the protected lands of the Bosque Estatal de Boquerón reflect the environmental character of the municipality. The map also captures specialized sites like the Monte Carlo Air Strip and the Refugio de Aves de Boquerón, marking the region's balance of development and conservation in the mid-1960s.