Toa Alta, PR
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Toa Alta, PR
- Toa Alta is a municipality located in the northern part of Puerto Rico, nestled in the Northern Coastal Valley region. Established in 1751, it is known as "La Cuna de Poetas" or "Cradle of Poets" due to the numerous writers, poets, and playwrights born in this city.
Geography[edit | edit source]
- Toa Alta is bordered by the municipalities of Dorado to the west, Vega Alta to the north, Corozal and Naranjito to the south, and Toa Baja to the east. The city is divided into several barrios, including Toa Alta barrio-pueblo, Contorno, Galateo, Mucarabones, Ortiz, Piñas, Quebrada Cruz, Quebrada Negrito, Río Lajas, and Santa Rosa.
Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]
- Toa Alta is home to several well-known healthcare facilities.
- Hospital Menonita de Toa Alta - This is a general medical and surgical facility that provides a range of services, including emergency care, diagnostic imaging, and outpatient surgery.
- Centro de Salud Familiar Dr. Julio Palmieri Ferri - This health center offers primary care services, including preventive care, chronic disease management, and pediatric care.
- Farmacia Caridad Toa Alta - A local pharmacy that provides prescription services, over-the-counter medications, and health consultations.
Education[edit | edit source]
- The city is served by the Puerto Rico Department of Education. There are several public and private schools in Toa Alta, including the Toa Alta High School and the Colegio Marista Guaynabo.
Culture[edit | edit source]
- Toa Alta is known for its rich cultural heritage. The city hosts several annual festivals, including the Festival de la Zafra, which celebrates the city's agricultural history, and the Festival del Coquí, a tribute to Puerto Rico's iconic tree frog.
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- Several notable individuals hail from Toa Alta, including poet José Gautier Benítez, playwright René Marqués, and singer Ricky Martin.
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