1969 Map of Vega Alta

About this map

The coastal plains and limestone hills of northern Puerto Rico are documented here during a period of transition in the late 1960s. Vega Alta sits as a central hub, surrounded by agricultural barrios like Espinosa and Maricao. The landscape preserves evidence of the island's sugar heritage at Central San Vicente, while newer infrastructure like the Aeropuerto de Dorado and several Campo de Golf courses reflect the growth of tourism and local transit. Along the Atlantic coast, the geography is defined by a series of points and beaches, from Punta Cerro Gordo to Punta Boca Juana, punctuated by the Laguna Mata Redonda. Inland, the terrain is marked by the Cerros de Higuillar and significant community landmarks, including the Iglesia del Sagrado Corazón and specialized institutions like the Escuela Industrial Para Mujeres. The hydrology is dominated by the winding paths of the Río Cibuco and Río de la Plata, which historically dictated settlement patterns.