Hatillo

Hatillo is a municipality on the northern coast of Puerto Rico that spreads across a large area with Atlantic shoreline and agricultural land. The neighboring municipalities are Lares, Utuado, Camuy, and Arecibo.

The municipality was founded in 1823 by Agustín Ruiz Miranda, who designed the town with organized streets and public buildings. This founding was an important step in developing the region.

The Mask Festival takes place every December and brings people together to celebrate traditional customs and long-established craft traditions. These celebrations show how important local festivals are to community life.

The Plaza Del Norte is the main shopping center with various stores and retail options for residents and visitors. The area is easily accessible and offers everything needed for daily shopping.

The area is known as one of the main centers of milk production in Puerto Rico with many dairy farms that shape the local economy. The pastures and farms are a defining feature of the landscape.

GPS coordinates: 18.48632,-66.82566

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:28