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The white-sand beaches, impressive mountain ranges veined with spectacular rivers and waterfalls, and saltwater lakes teeming with exotic wildlife are just part of the Dominican Republic's appeal. Whether you're looking to party, relax or explore, the Dominican Republic has a lot to offer.
Fast Facts
Country Full Name
Dominican Republic
Population
8,850,000
Currency
Name: Dominican Peso
Code: DOP
Symbol: RD$
Electrical Plugs
110V 60Hz
Languages Spoken
Official: Spanish
Time Zones
GMT/UTC -4
Country Dialing Code
+809
Weights & Measures
Metric
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