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Puerto Rico ( English / ˌ p ɔːr t ə ˈ r iː k oʊ / or / ˌ p w ɛər t ə ˈ r iː k oʊ / ; Spanish: [ˈpweɾto ˈriko] , locally also [ˈpwelto ˈχiko; ˈʀ̥iko] ), officially the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico ( Spanish : Estado Libre Asociado de Puerto Rico , literally the "Free Associated State of Puerto Rico"), is a United States territory located in the northeastern Caribbean . Puerto Rico is an archipelago that includes the main island of Puerto Rico and a number of smaller islands. The capital and largest city i
Puerto Rico's rich history, tropical climate, diverse natural scenery, renowned traditional cuisine and attractive tax incentives make it a popular destination for visitors from around the world. Its location in the Caribbean, combined with centuries of colonization and subsequent migration, has made Puerto Rican culture a distinct melting pot of Amerindian, Spanish, African, and North American influences.