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The Dominican Republic is the most popular tourist destination in the Caribbean region, and ranks 6th overall in the Americas.
Its tropical climate, white sand beaches, diverse mountainous landscape, and colonial history attracts visitors from around the world.
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history
The Dominican Republic was explored by Columbus on his first voyage in 1492.
He named it La Española, and his son, Diego, was its first viceroy. The capital, Santo Domingo, founded in 1496, is the oldest European settlement in the Western Hemisphere
He named it La Española, and his son, Diego, was its first viceroy. The capital, Santo Domingo, founded in 1496, is the oldest European settlement in the Western Hemisphere
The Carnival in the Dominican Republic is a Dominican celebration that takes place throughout February.
Dominicans are usually most festive on February 27th, which is the Dominican Independence Day.
In Santo Domingo, celebrations include a large military display with the Dominican air force, navy, and army.
As one of the most geographically diverse nations in the region, the Dominican Republic is home to the Caribbean's tallest mountain peak, Rico Quartet, as well as the largest lake and lowest elevation, Lake Enrique.