Puerto Rico was ‘discovered’ by Columbus in 1493 on his second voyage to the New World. The relatively small island of Puerto Rico has a comparatively large array of natural riches. Its central mountain range reaches an altitude of 1,338m (4,390ft) at Cerro de Punta; it is in possession of the only tropical rainforest in the US National Forest System, El Yunque; and its beaches brag warm, turquoise waters and soft, yellow sand. Indeed, Puerto Rico's bionetwork succeeds in comprising unique characteristics, that are different to what can be found on US soil, despite being a 'commonwealth state' of the USA. This same uniqueness can be discovered in Puerto Rico's culture and way of life. Many of San Juan's buildings have proudly preserved their original Spanish style. Puerto Rico is still an island of fiestas and paella.
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