Sharing the island of Hispaniola with Haiti, the Dominican Republic is a Latin American country and the second-largest island in the Caribbean's Greater Antilles archipelago.
The capital of the Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo, is the ancient location of the first European settlement in the Americas. There you can visit the site of the first European-built road, fortress, cathedral and University.
Famous for its stunningly clear seas, white sand and gorgeous climate, the Dominican Republic is a paradise for holiday-makers. Sun-worshippers will love its world-famous beaches, whilst active types will find a range of activities to tempt them, from boating and fishing to diving, kite-boarding and golfing.
The annual temperature on the Dominican Republic is 25*C on the coast, whilst the average temperature in the capital ranges from 25*C in January to 30*C in July. The official language of the Dominican Republic is Spanish.
