Constructed in 1521, Casa Blanca was the first fortification built on the San Juan Islet, and it was also used as the private residence for Juan Ponce de Leon, Puerto Rico's first governor. The former governor's family lived here until the mid-18th century, and the building has now been converted into a museum full of artifacts from the 16th and 17th centuries. There are also some beautiful gardens to stroll through. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, and if you have enough time, it can easily be combined with a visit to the nearby El Morro Fort.
Casa Blanca, 1 Calle San Sebastian Old San Juan, San Juan 00926-7354 Puerto Rico, Phone: 787-725-1454
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