The Dominican Republic is located in the
Caribbean, between Cuba and Puerto Rico. With an extension of 48,442
square kilometers, the country is the second largest country in the
Antilles. This strategic geographic position has turned it into the main
tourist destination of the region and into an ideal place for business
and trade.
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The climate is semitropical, with an average yearly temperature of 26°C
(78°F).
The Dominican Republic has a great geographic diversity, having
extensive beaches of white sand, fertile valleys with exuberant
vegetation, desert zones with dune formations, mighty mountain chains
where Pico Duarte, the highest peak and lake Enriquillo the biggest lake
in the Caribbean.
The capital of the Dominican Republic is Santo Domingo. Other important
cities are Santiago, San Pedro de Macorís, La Romana, Puerto Plata,
Barahona, La Vega, San Francisco and Higuey.
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The combination of low prices and
beautiful terrain has made the Dominican Republic one of the fastest-growing
destinations in the Caribbean. Bargain-hunting Canadians, in particular,
flock here in droves. Don't expect the lavish, spectacular resorts that
you'll find on Puerto Rico or Jamaica, but do expect your vacation to be
that much less expensive.
The locals throw festivals, parties and carnivals like there's no
tomorrow.
Folks in the Americas' first European city, Santo Domingo, don't just
spend their time admiring the fine colonial architecture gracing their
home. Nope, this town has not one, but two complete Carnivals, complete
with parades, elaborate floats, lots of live music and plenty of dancing
in the streets. Pre-
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Lent Carnivals are celebrated in
Santiago, Cabral, Monte Cristi and La Vega as well.
If that's not enough, check out the country's two major merengue
festivals, the annual Latin Music Festival and the national surfing and
windsurfing championships.
If you would like more information about property in the Dominican
Republic Caribbean Islands, please feel free to contact us.
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