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 ...

According to authorities and water sector specialists, more than 25,000 million cubic meters of rainwater fall annually in ...

The best time to visit Santo Domingo is between November and March. That's when this city experiences its best beach weather, even if there aren't many great beaches to enjoy it on. April to July ...

Partially barricaded by stone walls, accented with baroque architecture and lying on cobblestone streets, Santo Domingo's Zona Colonial marks the area where Columbus settled in the New World.

For those looking to take a break from the city's rich history, consider exploring Santo Domingo's tranquil Los Tres Ojos (which translates to "The Three Eyes" in English). This national park ...