Bohechio, San Juan, Dominican Republic
Boechío is a municipality in the San Juan province of the Dominican Republic. It is located in the southwestern part of the country, about 205 kilometers west of Santo Domingo. The municipality has a population of about 12,332 people.
Boechío is known for its beautiful scenery, its agricultural production, and its traditional Dominican culture. The municipality is home to several mountains, rivers, and waterfalls. The main agricultural products in Boechío are coffee, cacao, and bananas.
Some of the things to do in Boechío include:
- Visit the Salto de Jimenoa (Jimenoa Waterfall): This waterfall is about 150 feet high and plunges into a crystal-clear pool.
- Go hiking in the Parque Nacional Sierra de Bahoruco (Sierra de Bahoruco National Park): This park is home to stunning scenery and diverse wildlife.
- Visit the town's traditional Dominican villages: Boechío is home to several traditional Dominican villages, where you can experience the culture and way of life of the Dominican people.
- Visit the Boechío Cathedral: This cathedral is a beautiful example of Spanish colonial architecture.
The best time to visit Boechío is during the dry season, which runs from November to April. The weather is warm and sunny during this time, with average temperatures in the high 20s Celsius.
The currency in Boechío is the Dominican peso (DOP). The exchange rate is currently about DOP 58 to USD 1.
The official language of Boechío is Spanish.
Here are some additional information about Boechío:
- The municipality was founded in 1881.
- The name Bohechío is derived from the name of a Cacique who once ruled the area.
- Boechío is home to the Salto de Jimenoa Waterfall, which is one of the tallest waterfalls in the Dominican Republic.
- The municipality is also home to the Parque Nacional Sierra de Bahoruco, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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