Ponce Collection (#3)

Puerto Rico, South Coast, Ponce, Plaza Las Delicias, colonial-era building detail

Puerto Rico, South Coast, Ponce, El Vigia cross

Puerto Rico, Ponce. Black and white tiles in a terrace of a old house in the historical
Puerto Rico, Ponce. B&W tiled terrace of house in the historical district; red bougainvillea

Puerto Rico, Ponce, Historic District. 19th century pink and white house with yellow VW Beetle parked in front

Puerto Rico, Ponce. Cathedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, 17th Century, bell tower and statue

Puerto Rico, Ponce. Historic District and houses from 19th Century; doors with stucco decorations
Puerto Rico, Ponce. 19th C. Historic District, doors with stucco decor and B&W tiled floor

United States, Puerto Rico, Ponce. Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Catedra
USA, Puerto Rico, Ponce. Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Catedra Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe), in Plaza Las Delicias (Plaza of Delights), viewed from above

Ponce, historic town center with water fountains

Ponce, historic fire house

Ponce, historic Spanish Colonial architecture

Fray Luis Ponce de Leon (sometimes Luis de Leon) (born Belmonte, in Cuenca province, of the Castilian region of La Mancha, Spain)

Juan Ponce De Leon (1460-1521) Spanish soldier and public servant who sailed with Columbus on his second voyage. Appointed by the Spanish government fo colonise Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico, Ponce, cloudscape above city

Lighthouse, Ponce De Leon, Florida

PONCE DE LEӎ, Luis ( -1569). Spanish military man and poet. Engraving

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USA, Puerto Rico, Ponce. Wrought-iron grill, traditional colonial architecture

USA, Puerto Rico, Ponce. Traditional colonial architecture with wrought-iron grill (blurred)

USA, Puerto Rico, Ponce. Detail of Parque de Bombas, a Moorish-style Fire Station (built in 1882), now a museum, in Plaza Las Delicias (Plaza of Delights)

USA, Puerto Rico, Ponce. Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Catedra Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe), and fountain in Plaza Las Delicias (Plaza of Delights)

JUAN PONCE DE LEON (1460-1521). Spanish administrator and explorer. Line engraving after Theodor de Bry, c1590. Ponce de Leons men killing sea wolves

JUAN PONCE DE LEON and his men searching for the Fountain of Youth: engraving, 19th century

JUAN PONCE DE LEON (1460-1521). Spanish explorer and colonial administrator in America. Line engraving, 1728

In a slum area, Ponce, Puerto Rico. Date 1941 Dec

The Ponce De Leon, St. Augustine, Florida. Date c1902

The court in the Ponce De Leon. Date c1898

Monolithic stele at Tiwanaku, Bolivia
Impressive monolithic statues at Tiwanaku (sometimes Tiahuanaco or Tiahuanacu) - a important Pre-Columbian archaeological site in western Bolivia

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Spanish conquistador Juan Ponce de Leon. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

PONCE DE LEON / 1460-1521
JUAN PONCE DE LEON Spanish explorer. Went to America with Columbus second voyage. Founded San Juan and discovered Florida

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"Ponce: A Name Echoing Through Time and Cultures" From the monolithic stele of Tiwanaku in Bolivia to the Hotel Ponce De Leon in St. Augustine, Florida, the name "Ponce" has left its mark on various corners of the world. Firstly, we recall Juan Ponce de León, a Spanish conqueror whose adventurous spirit led him to explore new lands during the 15th century. His legacy lives on as his name is forever associated with exploration and discovery. Moving across continents, we find ourselves in America at the Hotel Ponce De Leon. This architectural marvel stands as a testament to grandeur and elegance, captivating visitors with its timeless beauty. But "Ponce" doesn't only evoke images of conquest or luxurious accommodations; it also brings us to Puerto Rico's vibrant city on its south coast. Here lies Plaza Las Delicias and Parque de Bombas – a firehouse museum that tells tales of bravery amidst flames. Delving into history further, we encounter Pontius Pilate – an influential figure during biblical times. Depicted through frescoes and vellum manuscripts like The Scourging of Christ before Pontius Pilate or Folio 111v where he consigns Christ to Herod - these artworks remind us of pivotal moments in religious narratives. Through diverse contexts and historical references, "Ponce" emerges as a multifaceted word that encompasses exploration, architecture, culture, religion, and more. It serves as a reminder that names can carry immense significance throughout time and across different cultures – connecting people from all walks of life under one shared banner: humanity's rich tapestry woven by countless stories yet untold.