Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Things to Do in Santo Domingo

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Did you know? Santo Domingo

Santo Domingo is the oldest permanent European settlement in the Americas, founded in 1492 by Christopher Columbus's brother Bartholomew.

The Colonial Zone (Zona Colonial) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with 16th-century architecture and the oldest cathedral in the Western Hemisphere, built between 1514–1541.

The city sits on the Caribbean coast where the Ozama River meets the sea, making it historically crucial as a colonial port and naval base.

Merengue music originated in the Dominican Republic and remains central to Santo Domingo's nightlife and cultural identity.

The city experiences hurricane season from June to November, with September–October presenting the highest risk.

Santo Domingo's metro system, opened in 2009, is one of the most modern rapid-transit networks in the Caribbean region.

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