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Dominican Republic places to visit

Learn more about our beautiful country and find the best places to go and visit in the Dominican Republic. Visit interesting local places and delight yourself with delicious Dominican gastronomy.
If you’re looking for even more adventure during your time in the Dominican Republic, Take a look at our Punta Cana tours and Excursions.

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Basílica Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia

Located in nearby Higüey and inaugurated in 1971, this cathedral ranks among the most important religious sites in the Dominican Republic. Honoring the Virgin of La Altagracia, patron saint of Dominicans, it’s a standout for its 69-meter or 225 feet high arch, with a bronze and gold entrance.

The altar holds a framed painting of the Virgin Mary dating back to the 16th century, the centerpiece of devotion. One legend says that a sick child was healed after seeing the Virgin Mary appear at this site, near an orange tree, and that he later found her painted portrait under it. Every January 21, pilgrims from around the country flock here to pay their respects, lining up before the altar and making their requests. The celebrations continue around the cathedral with local food and drinks thus making this cathedral a very important part of Dominican culture and history.

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Bachata Rosa

It’s a restaurant by SBG is a colorful place in Punta Cana where the decor and menu is inspired by the famous dominican artist Juan Luis Guerra. Located in Blue Mall Punta Cana, La Altagracia.