Dominican Republic Main Attractions

Dominican Republic is an island with many features211 meters of height apparently contains the remains
and incredible history. Dominican Republic mainof Columbus himself. This lighthouse is cross shaped
attractions gets the attention of many tourists withand projects a light at night. You can also visit the
its great historical landmarks and nice people. TheLos Tres Ojos National Park. In this place you will find
country has too many places to see and explore.several caves. Inside the caves you will be able to
One of the places located in the capital is thefind one sulphuric lake inside a volcano crater. There a
Cathedral of Santa Maria. This cathedral was built inbunch of more things you can in the Dominican
1523 and is the oldest one in this side of the world.Republic like playing golf. Many golf courses around
The cathedral combines several elements in itsthere are well known like the: Los Aromas Golf Club,
decoration. The renaissance influence seems veryCountry Club, Playa Dorada Golf Club, and more.
strong and the gothic touch gives this monument anThe beaches are something you cannot forget.
atmosphere that you cannot forget. The cathedral isThere is more than a 1000 miles of beaches all
located inside of what is known as the colonial city.around. Punta Cana and Cabarete are worldwide
This city is only 3 square kilometers but inside there aknown to have incredibly beautiful beaches. You can
huge number of historical buildings and artifacts. Thealso go to a tour that will take you to Saona island
streets of this city are huge with history; manyand Catalina island for some of the best scuba diving
conquerors of the old times walked in those streets.you have ever seen. A trip to the Samana peninsula
Another of the Dominican Republic main attractions isis another must in a Dominican Republic tour. The
the National Aquarium. The Aquarium with lots ofWhale watching season that goes from January to
beautiful marine life to see is another great attraction.May is indeed a great attraction. You can also watch
There is a glass tunnel which let you see all thethe 27 waterfalls of Damajagua. This great wonder
marine life surrounding you like sharks and manatees.of nature near the northern mountain range will
Just a mile away there is another great monumentamaze you.
the Columbus Lighthouse. This ancient building with