Apart from being a premier resort destination, Dominican Republic has a lot more to offer to curious visitors.
- Colonial zone of Santo Domingo
Do you want to learn about the history of the country? Santo Domingo delivers on history and so much more. As you wander along the streets of this city, you’ll see crumbling ruins and beautifully preserved colonial architecture.
Calle El Conde is one of the most famous streets lined with old buildings, some of which have been converted into restaurants, shopping areas, and chapels. Make sure to visit the Catedral Primada de América, the first cathedral in America, which is still in use.
Whales migrate from the deep sea to several parts of the Dominican Republic between December and March when the weather is cool. The whales move here at this time to mate and give birth. If you go whale watching, you’ll surely take lots of photos of the majestic humpback whales.
If you’re an adrenaline junkie, head to the 27 Damajagua Waterfalls and tick this fun activity off your bucket list. Here you’ll climb up the cliffs overlooking the waterfalls, then you can jump inside the pools below. An activity reserved for the most adventurous but that will be done with the utmost safety.
If you want to discover more beyond the scene at Punta Cana and other resort destinations, hop on a speed boat to this natural beauty. Parque Nacional del Este is a UNESCO National Heritage site that hosts many plants, animals, and birds.
The park is also host to the Isla Saona beaches that are lined with white sands and lounge chairs where you can soak up the sun.
Don’t end your trip without visiting the mountains of Jarabacoa. Here you’ll engage in fun water sports like rafting. There are many trails where you can hike or bike as you enjoy the beauty of Dominican nature.
