One of the largest islands in the Caribbean is shared between Haiti and its neighbour, the Dominican Republic, itself more than twice the size of Wales. There is plenty of scenic variety and cultural diversity to go with the tropical sunshine and superb beaches, making the Dominican Republic one of the most rewarding destinations in the region. Santo Domingo and elsewhere, providing richer possibilities for sightseeing than in most neighbouring islands. The interior has extensive agricultural plains and valleys rising to green mountains with gushing streams, a cool refuge from the hotter lowlands Santo Domingo and elsewhere, providing richer possibilities for sightseeing than in most neighbouring islands. The interior has extensive agricultural plains and valleys rising to green mountains with gushing streams, a cool refuge from the hotter coastal areas
