Santo Domingo - The Capital of Dominican Republic

Population
3,339,410
Language
Spanish
Continent
North America
Since
1496
Eco Ranking
78/195

Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024.

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Flight time from Santo Domingo to other capitals

CityDistance (km)Flight Time
Washington, D.C.24002h 49m
Buenos Aires60007h 4m
London70008h 14m
Paris72008h 28m
Rome80009h 25m
Cape Town1100012h 56m
Abu Dhabi1230014h 28m
Tokyo1320015h 32m
Canberra1580018h 35m
Singapore1770020h 49m

Capitals with similar population to Santo Domingo

CityPopulation
Abuja3,464,000
Addis Ababa3,352,000
Santo Domingo3,339,410
Pyongyang3,255,288
Asunción3,222,000
Athens3,090,508
Antananarivo3,058,800

Capitals with similar eco ranking to Santo Domingo

CityEco Rank
Victoria76
Astana77
Podgorica78
Santo Domingo78
Tbilisi79
Amman79
Port Louis79

Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What makes Santo Domingo unique?

    The Colonial Zone and rich Caribbean culture make the city special.

  • Which attractions are a must-see?

    The Alcázar de Colón, the cathedral, and the Malecón are highlights.

  • What is the climate like in Santo Domingo?

    Santo Domingo has a tropical climate with plenty of sunshine and short showers.

  • Which music styles are popular?

    Merengue and bachata are typical music styles of the Dominican Republic.

  • What can you eat in Santo Domingo?

    Try mangu, sancocho, and fresh seafood by the sea.

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Santo Domingo, capital of Dominican Republic

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