DOMINICAN REPUBLIC DAY
The Dominican Republic is a Caribbean nation occupying the eastern two-thirds of the island of Hispaniola, which it shares with Haiti. Known for its beaches, mountains, and rainforests, it's a popular tourist destination with a rich culture, Spanish as the official language, and a capital in Santo Domingo. It is the second-largest country in the Caribbean by area and population, with a tropical climate and a history as a former Spanish colony.