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The Dominican Republic is a recognized tourist destination, with magnificent beaches and resorts, vast extensions of white sand and clear, sparkling waters. It also has the claim as the oldest city in the New World, w`ith its quaint cobble streets and stonework houses.
This beautiful island is steeped in history and culture worthwhile exploring: abundant historical sites, museums, colonial architecture, the first hospital, first sugar mill, first Catholic church this side of the world. Visitors will soon discover that the Dominican Republic offers much more than the typical Caribbean attractions of sun, sand and sea.
Santo Domingo, the capital city, boasts the Alcázar de Colon (Columbus' Palace): the 22-room palace home of Don Diego Columbus and his family. Built in 1510 and restored in 1955, its structure combines a Gothic-Moorish style with Spanish and Italian Renaissance features.
The Alcazar Museum, adjacent to Columbus' Palace, houses religious and colonial art objects that date back to this era. The Sunscape Casa Del Mar is located on beautiful cove of the Caribbean Sea. Families will enjoy gentle waves on this protected beach. The area is adjacent to the quaint fishing village of Bayahibe which is home to some of the most beautiful species of birds and fish in the world. Customer review: From the time we entered the hotel we were greeted with a smile and hello. We were in building 3, room 3135, excellent location. Steps away for the pool and beach. Room was very nice, clean and comfortable. I thought the food was excellent.The service in all of the restaurants was great, staff friendly and always willing to please. WE WILL DEFINITELY RETURN TO SUNSCAPE CASA DEL MAR!! |