Relatively recently, Russian tourists laid a new route for recreation - to the Dominican Republic, located in the Caribbean. And now there are a lot of people who want to get to this exotic land.
A magnificent country with its many kilometers of snow-white beaches, picturesque nature, amazingly colorful coral reefs, hospitable people and original culture will not disappoint those who decide to spend their holidays in this unique place.
Exotic country
The Dominican Republic is a special place. In the field of tourism, it is a recognized leader among the Caribbean countries. In addition, the Dominican Republic ranks first in terms of the number of various attractions (historical, cultural and natural). This country has an amazing color. To this day, she was able to preserve many of the most ancientmonuments and values. In addition, tourists are attracted by the magnificent beaches, which are close to luxury resorts.
Discovery of the great navigator
Christopher Columbus considered these places the most beautiful he had seen in his travels. The great navigator discovered the Dominican Republic in 1496. He called this paradise Hispaniola. Columbus could not even imagine that in the future these picturesque landscapes would attract the attention of numerous tourists, and the country would turn into a booming resort area.
Geographic location
Exotic Dominican Republic is located on the island of Haiti. It is located in the eastern part of it. It occupies the country and several nearby islands. The largest of them are Saona, Beata and Cayo. The islands on which the Dominican Republic is located belong to the Greater Antilles.
The capital of an exotic country
After a four-year period after the Europeans landed on the island, amazing in its beauty, the city was founded by the brother of Christopher Columbus - Bartolomeo. Currently, it is the capital of the Dominican Republic - Santo Domingo. It is located on the southern coast of the island of Haiti.
Exotic Dominican Republic attracts many tourists. The capital of this state - Santo Domingo - is characterized as a noisy and tireless city. To date, it boasts three airports built in a modern style. All of them are located near the center of the capital. Road by car on thisthe route takes no more than half an hour, while there are no problems with transport. The fastest and easiest way to get to the city is by taxi. It can be easily taken at any of the airports. The average fare for one kilometer is one dollar.
Those who decide to visit this state for the first time will certainly ask the question: “How long does it take to fly from Moscow to the Dominican Republic?”. This long journey of more than nine thousand kilometers you will have to do in 11-13 hours.
History of the city
The capital of the Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo, was originally built on the Osama Bank, in the eastern part. Nicolas de Avado, elected governor of the city, after two years of his reign, began construction on the opposite bank. He ordered the construction of houses of stone. It is thanks to this that Santo Domingo did not suffer much damage from fires. At one time, the city was a naval base for expeditions and the capital of Spanish possessions located in America.
Sights of Santo Domingo
What excursions in the Dominican Republic can attract the attention of tourists? The first sewage pit built during the New World has been preserved in the capital. Its length is two hundred meters. The inside of the pit has a red brick finish. In order to view it from the inside, a special permit is required. At the same time, the cost of such an excursion must be negotiated separately.
Tourists will also be satisfied with a tour of the ancient quarters of Santo Domingo. These walks will make you plunge into those distant times when the city was one of the richest in the New World.
Dominicans call Santo Domingo the Latin American Athens for a reason. After all, the city has a huge number of cultural monuments. No wonder the colonial part of the capital of the Dominican Republic, UNESCO took under its protection. At the same time, it is declared the property of mankind. In terms of its area, this colonial part is comparable to the whole city. On its territory are the hospitals of the New World, the first cathedral, and the university.
As a rule, tours start from Dam Street. In the old days, noble ladies made their daily promenade along it. On Dam Street is the tower of the Toré de la Minaco. In the past, sentinels were on duty on it. It was their duty to watch the sea for pirate ships. For many centuries the tower was used as a prison. Today it houses the best hotel in the old town. Dam Street leads tourists to the Plaza de España, the main attraction of which is Gordon's house. This is the first residential building that was built on the island. The owner of the building was Francisco de Gorai, the first notary in the area. Goray came with Christopher Columbus and became extraordinarily rich on deals with local real estate.
From the windows of Gordon's house you can see the Alcazar de Collon. The building was built in 1510. This is the house of the prince. About one and a half thousand Indians were driven to its construction. They were led by Spanish architects. The construction of the palace was carried out using the most primitive tools - saws, hammers and chisels. Duringconstruction nails were not used.
In 1985, the local academy studied the ashes in the lighthouse. The verdict was unequivocal: it belongs to Christopher Columbus. On the day of the discovery of America, namely October 12, it is allowed to visit the tomb with the ashes of the great navigator. On the same evening, in the sky over Santo Domingo, a unique system, consisting of one hundred and fifty searchlights, draws a huge cross in the sky. The spectacle can be seen even for tens of kilometers.
Climate of Dominican Republic
The capital of the republic, as well as its numerous resorts, attract tourists not by chance. The fact is that the climatic zone of the Caribbean is classified as a marine tropical type. It is characterized by warmth, high humidity and frequent trade winds. The winter period in this zone is relatively dry. An increase in humidity is observed in summer, at the end of which there are frequent rains. August is considered the hottest month: the temperature can rise to the mark of thirty degrees. However, the heat is moderated by northeast winds that blow from the sea.
It is worth saying that throughout the year in the Dominican Republic there are no significant temperature fluctuations. Even in the coldest January, the thermometer rarely drops below twenty-two degrees. Temperatures can drop to zero in winter only in mountainous areas.
Tropical air masses are responsible for the occurrence of storms, typhoons, strong pressure drops and heavy rains. As a rule, these phenomena occur in August.
The most popular resort,which attracts tourists to the Dominican Republic
The capital of an exotic country is not the only holiday destination for numerous tourists. The resorts that are located in the Dominican Republic are a real paradise for vacationers. They are characterized by gentle ocean waters, white sand beaches. The local population is hospitable. These resorts are loved not only by Americans, but also by Europeans.
The best place that the Dominican Republic can rightfully be proud of is Punta Cana. This resort is truly a paradise on our planet. Beautiful beaches, coconut palms, white sand, coral reef, and hot sun leave a significant mark on the hearts of many tourists. That is why they come back here to enjoy their vacation and the exotic country of the Dominican Republic again.
Punta Cana is distinguished by the constancy of weather conditions throughout the year. The value of the average air temperature in this area is very comfortable. It is twenty-six degrees. The hottest season is from April to November. In the rest of the period, there is a slight decrease (by several degrees) in air temperature and tropical lingering rains.
Family holidays in the Dominican Republic in the resort of Punta Cana is the perfect choice. For those who wish to retire to this exotic land, there is also a suitable place. This can be done in vast areas of untouched jungle.
Attractions
The main attraction of the Punta Cana resort is Manati Park. This is the place wherea huge number of exotic plants and animals. Tourists can see a show of sea lions and parrots in Manatee Park. Vacationers are given the opportunity not only to admire those animals that they saw before only in pictures, but also to stroke them.
Manati Park is the only reserve located in the country of the Dominican Republic. Bars and restaurants, as well as souvenir shops are open for tourists.
You can stay at the famous resort in "Barcelo Dominican". This establishment belongs to a Spanish hotel group. Located "Barcelo Dominican" on the beach of Bavaro. The entire territory of the hotel is an exotic tropical garden. Leisure facilities are built in perfect harmony with the natural environment.
Other resort areas
The best beaches of the Republic are located in the city of Boca Chica, near Santo Domingo. It takes only twenty minutes to get there by car. With these beaches, except for Punta Cana, Juan Dolio competes. This is an exotic lagoon that is protected by coral reefs. If these resorts are too expensive for a tourist, then a holiday in the Dominican Republic is great in Baia Principe, as well as Playa Bavaro.
If someone has a desire to watch humpback whales, he can go to the resort of Samana. This place is one of the few on our planet that has preserved wildlife. Young people will love Cabarete. Windsurfers traditionally gather at this resort. For those who prefer to combine beaches withexcursions, Puerto Plata is suitable. There is an amber museum and numerous architectural structures from the colonial era.
