The zone is located in what is commonly called Ponce Pueblo ("Ponce Town") - the central downtown and oldest area of the city.
In addition to Plaza Las Delicias with its unique Parque de Bombas and Nuestra Señora de la Guadalupe Cathedral, the zone includes landmarks such as Ponce City Hall, Armstrong-Poventud Residence, Ponce High School, and Panteón Nacional Román Baldorioty de Castro.