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Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic occupies the eastern part of Hispaniola. Santo Domingo lies on the southern, Caribbean-facing coast.

Fast Facts

  • It shares a land border with Haiti.
  • Central highlands include Pico Duarte, the Caribbean islands’ highest summit.
  • Coastal tourism, agriculture and urban development occupy contrasting landscapes.
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