Clues
Use these details to boost your ability to identify specific countries in the game.
Identity & symbols
Language
Spanish is the primary language, with some English usage. The alphabet is similar to the English alphabet, with no special characters aside from accents.
Culture
Cultural markers include the presence of salsa music, street vendors selling local food like mofongo, and colorful murals depicting Puerto Rican history.
Miscellaneous
Look for tropical plants, beaches, and the occasional presence of roosters in urban areas. Street art is also common.
Capital
San Juan
Environment & landscape
Environment
The landscape includes tropical features such as lush greenery, mountainous regions, and coastal areas with beaches. It is often characterized by palm trees and vibrant flora.
Infrastructure
Architecture ranges from colonial Spanish-style buildings to modern structures. Urban areas may have colorful facades and tiled roofs, while rural areas feature wooden houses.
Coverage
True
Foliage
Common tree types include palm trees, mango trees, and flamboyant trees, with grasses that thrive in tropical climates.
Topography
Puerto Rico features varied topography, including mountainous regions in the interior, coastal plains, and hilly areas.
Roads & transportation
Cars
Vehicle registration plates typically have a combination of letters and numbers, often starting with 'J' for Puerto Rico. Plates are colorful and may feature a tropical theme.
Driving
Vehicles drive on the right side of the road.
Signs
Road signs are primarily in Spanish, using familiar shapes like rectangles, circles, and triangles. Warning signs often feature bright colors.
Stop
Stop signs read 'pare' in Puerto Rico.
Bollards
Bollards may be painted in bright colors, often seen near pedestrian areas or roads, sometimes with decorative designs.
Poles
Utility poles in Puerto Rico are generally wooden and often have multiple lines, including electrical and telecommunications cables.