Old San Juan - Main Square

(Local Name: Plaza de Armas) The Plaza de Armas was the original main square in Old San Juan, carefully planned and serving as a meeting place for generations. The square is mostly a concrete area with a central fountain and benches and is designed after the public squares in Spain. On special occaisions such as holidays and public events, the Plaza de Armas comes to life and is the place to be. People sometimes flock here, vendors set up stalls, and musicians fill the air with Puerto Rican music.

Located on the Plaza de Armas are the Alcadia (City Hall), and a couple of other government buildings.