Prior to the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492, the native Taíno people populated the island which they called Quisqueya, Kiskella (mother of all lands) and Ayiti (the … See more

Santo Domingo is the center of the national government of the Dominican Republic. The President's office and ministries, National … See more

The performing arts are very important in Santo Domingo. The city has its own symphonic orchestra, chamber orchestra, opera company, … See more

The Ozama River flows 148 kilometers (92 miles) before emptying into the Caribbean Sea. Santo Domingo's position on its banks was of great importance to the city's economic development and the growth of trade during colonial times. The Ozama River is where the … See more

Architecture
Many of Santo Domingo's most notable landmarks are located within the Zona Colonial district … See more

The city is the center of economic activity in the Dominican Republic. It is where most of the country's wealth is concentrated and the seat of the national legislature, judicial, … See more

Telecommunications in the Dominican Republic include radio, television, fixed and mobile telephones, and the Internet. There are 59 television stations in Santo Domingo. Santo Domingo has the greatest number of television signals in the country. Additional cable … See more