Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic

The National District is a special territorial jurisdiction where the capital of the Dominican Republic and the seat of the central government are located. It is not in any of the provinces, but in practice it acts as a province on its own.

The National District limits to the north with the Duarte highway, up to km 13 and the Isabela river; to the east with the Ozama river and the Santo Domingo Este municipality; to the south with the Caribbean Sea and to the west with the Santo Domingo Oeste municipality.

The city of Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, is located in the National District. Santo Domingo is a historic and cosmopolitan city that is home to a variety of tourist attractions, including:

The First Cathedral of America: The oldest cathedral in the New World.
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Primate Cathedral of America, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
The Alcázar de Colón: The former residence of the Spanish Governor of Santo Domingo.
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Alcazar de Colon, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
The Ozama Fortress: A 16th century fortress that protected the city from pirates.
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Ozama Fortress, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
The Colonial Zone: A UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to a variety of historic buildings.
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Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
El Malecón: A promenade that offers panoramic views of the city and the sea.
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Malecon, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
The National District is also home to a variety of museums, art galleries, theaters, and other places of cultural interest.

If you are planning a trip to the Dominican Republic, the National District is an essential place to visit.