Santo Domingo - Wikipedia
WebSanto Domingo (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈsanto ðoˈmiŋɡo] meaning "Saint Dominic" but verbatim "Holy Sunday"), once known as Santo Domingo de Guzmán, known as Ciudad Trujillo between 1936 and 1961, is the capital and largest city of the Dominican Republic and the largest metropolitan area in the Caribbean by population.
Santo Domingo | History, Culture, Map, & Facts | Britannica
WebMar 23, 2024 · Santo Domingo, capital of the Dominican Republic. It is situated on the southeast coast of the island of Hispaniola, at the mouth of the Ozama River, and is the oldest permanent city established by Europeans in the Western Hemisphere. The city is also the seat of the oldest Roman Catholic archbishopric in the Americas.
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Santo Domingo - Tripadvisor
WebThings to Do in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic: See Tripadvisor's 99,557 traveler reviews and photos of Santo Domingo tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in April. We have reviews of the best places to see in Santo Domingo. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
8 Best Things to Do in Santo Domingo | U.S. News Travel
WebFeb 11, 2021 · Holly Johnson December 1, 2023. Ranking of the top 8 things to do in Santo Domingo. Travelers favorites include #1 Zona Colonial, #2 Catedral Primada de America and more.
Santo Domingo travel - Lonely Planet | Dominican Republic, …
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Santo Domingo - GoDominicanRepublic.com
WebWelcome to Santo Domingo. The Dominican Republic’s capital city, Santo Domingo is also the most modern and dynamic metropolis in the Caribbean. La Capital—as it is affectionately called—epitomizes the pulse of Dominican culture, where the old and the new converge seamlessly from centuries old architecture and history, to large shopping ...
Colonial City of Santo Domingo - UNESCO World Heritage Centre
WebColonial City of Santo Domingo. After Christopher Columbus's arrival on the island in 1492, Santo Domingo became the site of the first cathedral, hospital, customs house and university in the Americas. This colonial town, founded in 1498, was laid out on a grid pattern that became the model for almost all town planners in the New World.
Santo Domingo – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WebSanto Domingo is the capital of the Dominican Republic, the oldest European city in the Americas, and the most developed city on the island of Hispaniola. The old city is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Things to Do in Santo Domingo · Visit Dominican Republic
WebSanto Domingo is the perfect destination for travelers looking to experience the real Caribbean. Whether you want to explore the historic Colonial Zone on a bike tour, indulge in delicious chocolate treats, or experience the city’s evolving arts and theater scene, we’ve got you covered with this list of unique and fun things to do in Santo Domingo.
Must-see attractions in Santo Domingo - Lonely Planet
WebDominican Republic. Must-see attractions in Santo Domingo. Sights. Restaurants. Entertainment. Nightlife. Shopping. Hotels. Show/Hide Map. Catedral Primada de América. Santo Domingo. The first stone of this cathedral, the oldest standing in the Western hemisphere, was set in 1514 by Diego Columbus, son of the great explorer (the ashes…
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