History

Founding

Santa Isabel was founded on October 5, 1842 by Antonio Vélez.

Flag

The flag is divided horizontally in three stripes of same the width: white the superior one, yellow the central one and red the inferior one, may be ornamented with sugar cane stems or without them.

 

Coat of Arms

The crowned I stands for Queen Elisabeth of Hungary (Isabel in Spanish). The shells are a symbol for St. James the patron saint of the town, as well as for the many shells found near the town.

Barrios (Districts/Wards)

• Boca Velázquez
• Descalabrado
• Felicia Uno
• Felicia Dos
• Jauca I
• Jauca II
• Playa
  

Geo/Topography

Aguirre State Forest
Rivers; Cayures, Coamo, Descalabrado and Jueyes

Agriculture

The surrounding areas produces fruits and vegetables.

Industrial

Clothing, electrical and electronic machinery, metal products and nutritional products.

 

Landmarks and Places of Interest

• Aguirre Forest
• El Malecón (boardwalk)
• Indian Museum
• Jauca Beach
• Hacienda Alomar Ruins

Festivals and Events

• Mango Festival - May
• Crab Carnival - June
• Patron Celebrations - July
• Cemí Carnival - October
• Turkey Festival - November

Notable Santaisabelinos

• Carmelo Colon Rivera
• Cesar Miranda

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