This is the first comprehensive historical retrospective on Las Villas of Plattekill and Ulster County ever written. Ulster County was first settled in 1652 and officially became a county in 1683. Its rural nature; scenic beauty; and the Catskill Mountains have made it a popular vacation destination since the 19th century. Described in numerous news articles as the Spanish Alps; Las Villas; as they were collectively known; was a lively enclave of Spanish; Puerto Rican; and other Hispanic summer resorts in Plattekill; New York; and the Catskill Mountains. Starting in the 1920s and for the next 60 years; the area became the most popular vacation destination for Latinos in the Northeast; with an emphasis on music; food; language; and customs.
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