Cotuí, Sanchez Ramirez, Dominican Republic
Cotuí is a municipality in the Sánchez Ramírez province of the Dominican Republic. It is located in the central part of the country, about 100 kilometers north of Santo Domingo. The municipality has a population of about 79,596 people.
Cotuí 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 Cotuí are coffee, cacao, and bananas.
Here are some of the things to do in Cotuí:
- 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: Cotuí is home to several traditional Dominican villages, where you can experience the culture and way of life of the Dominican people.
- Visit the Cotuí Cathedral: This cathedral is a beautiful example of Spanish colonial architecture.
The best time to visit Cotuí is during the dry season, which goes from November to April. The weather is warm and sunny during this time, with average temperatures in the high 20s Celsius.
The currency in Cotuí is the Dominican peso (DOP). The exchange rate is currently about DOP 58 per USD 1.
The official language of Cotuí is Spanish.
Here are some additional information about Cotuí:
- The municipality was founded in 1505 by Rodrigo Trillo de Mexía, during the government of Nicolás de Ovando.
- The name Cotuí is derived from the name of a Cacique who once ruled the area.
- Cotuí 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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