Santo Domingo is the capital of the Dominican Republic and one of the oldest European settlements in the Americas. Located on the Río Ozama River, this city is full of history and culture and is known as the "beginning of the New World". Its Colonial Zone (Zona Colonial) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which preserves 16th-century stone buildings, cobblestone streets, and the oldest cathedral in the Americas, the Catedral Primada de América. Santo Domingo is not only a paradise for history lovers, but also has a bustling urban life, delicious Caribbean cuisine, passionate Merengue and Bachata music, and the beautiful seaside Malecón. It is the perfect place to explore Dominican culture and modern charm.