Top sigths of Dominican Republic
Aguas Blancas Waterfall and Juan Dolio Beach are usually mentioned in the list of most important nature sights of the country, and Bahoruco coast is famous for its rich deposits of turquoise. It’s possible to find the blue stones during a simple walk on the beach. Locals use turquoise to make interesting souvenirs and amulets. Finally, the villages of Playa Macao and Punta Kana attract visitors with their large coconut palm groves. The groves are hardly penetrable, but sometimes they are crossed by bays and lagoons. … OpenChapters of the guide to Santiago
Santiago sightseeing
The city of Knights, Santiago, was founded by Bartolomeo Columbus in 1494. He appeared in these lands together with 30 Knights of the Holy Santiago Order. The city is also famous for producing high quality tobacco, good coffee, national rum and the birth of the famous dance of the Dominican Republic called "merengue". Besides the fact that Santiago is a well-developed industrial region, you will find here a large … Open
Travel guide to Santiago
Nearby, is the Apostle Santiago Cathedral, built in the 19th century. Many unique finishing elements survived in the cathedral. Visitors can admire skillful ornaments in mahogany, incredibly beautiful stained-glass windows, and fine carving. The cathedral and the park are of great importance to the local residents. They often come here to have rest from the city fuss. In the southern part of the park is located The … Open