San Germán is a city of about 36,000 people located in southwestern Puerto Rico. It began as a Spanish colony in the early 16th century, grew into a capital of Puerto Rico, prospered until the late 19th century and now is quiet and charming. The Historic District has two churches, one dating back to an early 17th century convent. Surrounding these landmarks are some of the island’s finest 19th century homes. Many of them have been lovingly restored. San Germán is worth a self-conducted walking tour for a few hours.