Parque de las Palomas — Attraction in San Juan

🇵🇷 History: Parque de las Palomas was originally a rampart (A defensive walled area) it lt sits on top of a section of the city wall that once surrounded all of Viejo San Juan. It was constructed during the 18th century. It’s now named for all of the pigeons it attracts.

Bronze shoes can be seen in the park. They were installed by the 2nd female mayor of San Jaun, Sila Maria Calderon, to honor the first female mayor of San Juan, Felisa Rincon de Gautier, and former governor of Puerto Rico, Rafael Hernandez Colon.

Both Felisa and Rafael worked to help the poor. One of the things they did was to provide shoes for those who couldn’t afford them. The bronze shoes serve as a reminder of their compassion and in honor of their great work.🇵🇷

🍭 At the back of the park sits the “Café del Niño”, a charming but busy snack/beverage kiosk and play area, dedicated to the many children of...

My childhood memories include many visits to Parque de las Palomas, with a mixture of delight and fright. Delight- running after the pigeons to see them take off in unison, the cute pigeons eating from my hand and listening to their soothing cooing sound. Frightful- there's so many of them!, and they perched on top of my head, shoulders, arms, and scratch my skin with their tiny claws. The park has a view to the docks were the cruise ships are, the bay, the ocean. You can also see the town of Cataño skyline on the other side of the bay. There's benches and big ol' trees. There's a plaque with Spanish and English info about the history of the place. Four stars for the keeper of the park, who was loud and had a potty mouth while talking to... a...

Parque de las Palomas in Cancún, Mexico, is a hidden gem that deserves all the praise! The atmosphere is charming and vibrant, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a relaxing afternoon. I especially loved all the little food shops scattered around the park. They offer a delightful variety of local treats that are both delicious and affordable.

The highlight of my visit was undoubtedly the small massage place tucked away in a cozy corner. For just 350 pesos, you get an incredible massage from a couple of talented guys who truly know what they are doing. It was the perfect way to unwind and made my experience at the park even more memorable. If you're in Cancún, Parque de las Palomas is a...