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Santiago

Located in the Cibao Valley, Santiago is the capital of the central region and the second largest city in the Dominican Republic. It is home to nearly one million people. Santiago - a very active and lively town with numerous restaurants, cultural activities, shops and vibrant nightlife. 
 
The history of the city dates back to 1495 when Admiral Christopher Columbus built a fortress on the banks of the river Yak del Norte. The city was named Santiago de los Treinta Caballeros («Santiago thirty gentlemen"), since it was founded 30 Spanish aristocrats. 
 
Santiago is often called the "heart of the island" because it is located in the center of the largest island of Hispaniola. This fertile region is the cradle of Dominican tobacco, coffee, cocoa and rum. This is a common feature of the region, along with Puerto Plata. Be sure to walk along the main street Calle El Sol, full of office buildings, hotels, restaurants, bars and various shops. Parque Duarte [Duarte Park], located in the northern end of the street, is popular among the locals. He gives a great idea of ​​the lifestyle in Santiago. 
 
Great place for all cigar lovers - Museo del Tabaco [Museum of cigars], where you can learn about the art of making cigars and buy some of the world famous brand. If you are a connoisseur of cigars, you should not leave the valley of Cibao, until you visit this museum. 
 
The city of Santiago and most of the central region and the northern part of the country served by the Cibao International Airport.

Carnival Santiago

On Sundays in February Avenue Avenida Las Carreras are the characters of the Dominican carnival "demons in disguise", the participants parade in colorful costumes, platform. The parade ends at the Monument.

Сigars

There is no doubt that in Santiago the best tobacco is grown and produce the world's best cigars. Be sure to visit one of the many plants producing cigars.

Сooking

Despite the fact that in Santiago you will find many excellent restaurants located mainly in the central part of the city, it is necessary to look into the one of the local lechoneras («roadside restaurants").

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