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Sights (7)

Basilica Cathedral of Santa María la Menor

An important landmark because it is the first cathedral of the Americas. Construction began in 1514, and was finished in 1540.

842m

18.47277779-69.8838889

Fortaleza Ozama

The oldest formal military construction still standing in the Americas. Cost of entrance is about RD$30 per person and about RD$200 for a guide to take you. The guide is recommended because he will explain much of the historical background. The fortress itself is not very large, but within the perimeter you will find a large open area with a park and an exhibition of military vehicles and weapons, most of them relatively modern.

1.1km

18.4732-69.88171

Alcázar de Colón

1.1km

18.4775-69.8828

Columbus Lighthouse

mausoleum, museum in Santo Domingo Este, Dominican Republic

2.7km

18.47861-69.86816

Pico Duarte

mountain

136km

19.02305556-70.99805556

Monumento de Santiago

Firstly built in 1944 during the dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo. It was later renamed Monument to the Heroes of the Restoration to honor figures from the Dominican Restoration War (1863-65), in which the Dominican Republic defeated Spain. The monument is located at the highest hill in the city and inside there's a museum and library. Conveniently, almost all the nightlife in Santiago is located around this area and live concerts are arrenged within the premises.

136km

19.4506-70.695

Saona Island

island

136km

18.15555556-68.69944444
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Santo Domingo

Dominican Republic
Someday we will visit Santo Domingo or begin to dream about going there! However, for now its not on our radar. Let us know in the comments if you think that should change!

Santo Domingo

Santo Domingo is the capital of the Dominican Republic, the oldest European city in the Americas, and the most developed city on the island of Hispaniola. The old city is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

The performing arts are very important in Santo Domingo. The city has its own symphonic orchestra, chamber orchestra, opera company, ballet company, folkloric company, and national theater, including a number of smaller groups. The Plaza of culture is the center of activity, but there are concerts, ballet, folklore, and other performances throughout the city. Casa de Teatro is the gathering place of avant garde artists, actors, and musicians. It stages art and literature exhibitions and offers painting, drama, and dancing courses and monthly contests for poetry, short stories, and other forms of literature.

The Ozama river flows 148 kilometres (92 miles) before emptying into the Caribbean Sea. Santo Domingo's position on its banks was of great importance to the city's economic development and the growth of trade during colonial times. The Ozama River is where the country's busiest port is located.

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Climate

Average temperatures

Jan

29°C20
Precipitation: 63 mm

Feb

29°C20
Precipitation: 57 mm

Mar

30°C20
Precipitation: 54 mm

Apr

30°C21
Precipitation: 72 mm

May

30°C22
Precipitation: 188 mm

Jun

31°C23
Precipitation: 140 mm

Jul

31°C23
Precipitation: 145 mm

Aug

32°C23
Precipitation: 177 mm

Sep

31°C23
Precipitation: 181 mm

Oct

31°C22
Precipitation: 187 mm

Nov

31°C21
Precipitation: 100 mm

Dec

30°C20
Precipitation: 84 mm