Want to learn about Dominican Republic? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts — all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Dominican Republic
| Capital | Santo Domingo |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Population | 11,000,000 |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Currency | Dominican Peso |
| National symbol | Palmchat |
| Famous food | La Bandera |
In Dominican Republic, people often speak Spanish. A friendly way to say hello is "Hola". 👋
Fun facts about Dominican Republic for kids
- The Dominican Republic is the site of the first permanent European settlement in the Americas!
- Baseball is the national sport and some of the world's best players are from here!
- Mount Pico Duarte is the highest point in the entire Caribbean.
- Merengue music and dance originated here and is world-famous.
- Carnival is celebrated every February with vibrant masks and costumes.
Famous places in Dominican Republic
- Zona Colonial
- Pico Duarte
- Bahía de las Águilas
Nature and symbols of Dominican Republic
- Palmchat
- National sport: Baseball
Did you know? Dominican Republic is part of North America, and its capital city is Santo Domingo. Every country has its own flag, animals, and stories — that is what makes exploring the world so much fun!
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