Parque Familiar Julio Enrique Monagas, Family recreation park in Ponce, Puerto Rico
Located between Portugués and Bucaná rivers, this 125-acre park includes kiosks, volleyball courts, playgrounds, picnic areas, and a lake with paddle boats.
The park opened in 1994 under Mayor Rafael Cordero Santiago's administration with an initial investment of 3 million dollars and an area of 80 acres.
The park bears the name of Julio Enrique Monagas, who established the foundations of Olympic sports development in Puerto Rico during the twentieth century.
Visitors can access the park from Tuesday through Sunday between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM, with additional openings on holiday Mondays.
The grounds feature a miniature railway system that transports guests around the park, allowing them to observe various recreational zones and natural landscapes.
Location: Puerto Rico
Inception: 1994
GPS coordinates: 17.99543,-66.59680
Latest update: March 8, 2025 13:28
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