AIBONITO

Called "La Ciudad de las Flores". Aibonito was founded in March 13, 1824 by Manuel Vélez. Aibonito derives its name from a name given by the Indians "Jatibonuco" which means "river of the night" ("río de la noche"). A legend claims that one day a Spaniard wake up over the Asomante mountain and overwhelm by the beauty of the place he exclaim "Ay, que bonito" ("Oh, how beautiful").

Sights & Attractions

Centro Cultural Angel R. Ortíz

787-735-6093, 787-991-1165FX
Reservations required.
A small building that served as one of the historic rest stops for walkers and riders. It is currently maintained by the Instituto de Cultura Puertorriqueña as a museum.
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Iglesia San José
787-735-3741, 787-735-4436FX
Mon-Wed & Fri 8:30am-noon 1pm-3:30pm, Thu 8:30am-noon, Sat 9am-noon.
National historic monument built in 1887. Gothic architecture with an altar made of wood and gypsum, and then laminated in gold.
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La Piedra Montá
787-735-3871, 787-735-8174, 787-735-3237FX
An open area with a panoramic view of a massive mountain.
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Mirador Piedra Degetau
787-735-3871, 787-735-8174, 787-735-3237FX
Wed-Sun 8am-4pm.
New observation tower and rest area with children's playground,
 public phones, facilities for special needs travelers and gazebos.
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Plaza Ruiz Belvis
787-735-3871, 787-735-8174, 787-735-3237FX
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Events

Aibonito Flower Festival
06/27/2003 - 07/06/2003
787-735-4070, 787-735-4070FX
A flower and plant lover's heaven. Annual plant,
flower, gardening and landscaping festival,
featuring exhibits and sale of the most
popular and newest varieties of tropical flowers
and plants, as well as pottery,
garden accessories and food.

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Patron Saint Festival
07/23/2003 - 07/27/2003
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Information

Aibonito Mayor's Office
787-735-3871, 787-735-8174, 787-735-3237FX
Mon-Fri 8am-noon, 1pm-4pm.

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