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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Arecibo

4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Arecibo, Puerto Rico

Updated April 25, 2022

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Arecibo, Puerto Rico

Arecibo Observatory

The world's second largest single-dish radio telescope, once used to contact E.T.
Birth of the New World statue, completed.

Arecibo, Puerto Rico

La Estatua de Colón

This giant bronze image of Christopher Columbus embarked on a voyage of its own.
Looking down the beach at the Arecibo Lighthouse

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Playa La Poza del Obispo

This beach pool offers a spectacle of crashing waves, blue hues, and a historical lighthouse.
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Cueva Ventana

This limestone cave offers an incredible view of the Río Grande de Arecibo valley.
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View from Golondrinas Cave

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Cueva de las Golondrinas (Cave of the Swallows)

The short hike is worth the stunning views and crystal blue waters of a secluded beach.
9 miles from Arecibo
The opening through the rocks that forms Mar Chiquita

Manatí, Puerto Rico

Mar Chiquita

Enjoy the waters of this half-moon-shaped natural pool surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
10 miles from Arecibo
Cueva Clara.

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Cueva Clara

An enchanting natural wonder in Puerto Rico's Camuy River Park.
13 miles from Arecibo
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