subject: Santo Domingo- A City With A Colonial Past [print this page] Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Look for cheap plane fares to visit this city. It boasts of a strong European influence in its history and heritage. The Ozama River divides the city into two parts. The Zonal Colonial or Colonial Zone is a popular tourist destination towards the western part of the city. The citys magnificent waterfront boasts of hotels and casinos, with palm-lined walkways. The eastern part of the city is in stark contrast, as it is not well developed. It houses tourist attractions, like the Columbus light house, where the explorers remains are buried, caves and the National Aquarium.
Book your airline ticket on one of the cheap flights to Santo Domingo to enjoy the tropical climate of the city. A street map of the city is a must to find your way around, since the city is not well equipped with signboards. There is much to explore in this city, rich in culture and heritage. Some of the main attractions in the colonial zone are the Ozama Fort, cathedrals, colonial churches and convents. The waterfront, which is very popular with the tourists, is famous for its hotels and casinos. It also forms a stage for the various festivals and carnivals of the country. The city boasts of some of the best museums of the Caribbean, some even housing the best modern art of the region.
The Jardin Botanico is a beautifully landscaped garden where different ecosystems from tropical forests to even a Japanese Garden are maintained. The lighthouse built as a monument to Columbus is another must see sight. It also has a museum. There is another museum dedicated to a collection of amber stones and also a museum for rum showcasing the history of rum making in the region. There is also a colonial villa housing the furnishing and artifacts of the first governor of San Domingo who was the first son of Christopher Columbus.
Flights to San Domingo may be difficult to get during the summer festival, which is a tourist attraction. During the parade tourists get to see a colorful display of the countrys main dance Meringue. US Airways, Air Canada and JetBlue Airlines are some of the popular airlines in addition to the other many airlines that fly to this city. Cheap flights to Santo Domingo will let you explore the diverse culture of the country. The eateries serve a variety of cuisines; a typical mean will include rice beans, meat and salad.
The nation has strict regulations on conservation and gives a wonderful opportunity to explore the waterfalls, mountains, caves and beaches. Come explore the natural wonders of that this beautiful city has to offer.
