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Characteristics: Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is the
oldest European settlement in the
Western Hemisphere and is a
contrast of colonial heritage,
tourist resorts and island poverty.
It is considered one of the best
travel values of the Caribbean and
a good destination for the in-
dependent traveler.
ò Located on the eastern side
of the island of Hispaniola,
Haiti is to the west
ò Language: Spanish, but
English is widely spoken
ò An independent island nation
influenced by Spanish culture
with an Americanized lifestyle
ò Second largest island in the
Caribbean after Cuba
ò Geographically diverse with
mountains and lowland deserts