Villa Jaragua, Bahoruco, Dominican Republic
Villa Jaragua is a municipality in the Bahoruco province of the Dominican Republic. It is located about 220 kilometers west of Santo Domingo. The municipality has a population of about 14,843 people.
Villa Jaragua 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 Villa Jaragua are bananas, plantains, and coffee.
Some of the things to do in Villa Jaragua 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: Villa Jaragua is home to several traditional Dominican villages, where you can experience the culture and way of life of the Dominican people.
- Visit the Villa Jaragua Cathedral: This cathedral is a beautiful example of Spanish colonial architecture.
The best time to visit Villa Jaragua 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 Villa Jaragua is the Dominican peso (DOP). The exchange rate is currently about DOP 58 to USD 1.
The official language of Villa Jaragua is Spanish.
Here are some additional information about Villa Jaragua:
- The municipality was founded in 1883 and was originally named Barbacoa.
- The name was changed to Villa Jaragua in 1961.
- Villa Jaragua is home to the Villa Jaragua Cathedral, which is a beautiful example of Spanish colonial architecture.
- The municipality is also home to the Salto de Jimenoa Waterfall, which is a popular tourist destination.
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