Baseball, know locally as 'Pelota, is more than just a sport in the Dominican Republic; it's a national passion. Over 700 Dominican-born players have graced the Major Leagues, including legends like Albert Pujols, Sammy Sosa, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Merengue and Bachata, the fast-paced music and dance rhythms originated here.

Remember the amber stone with a prehistoric mosquito preserved inside from Jurassic Park? That's fossilized tree resin, which is on display at the Amber Museum in Puerto Plata.

25% of the Dominican Republic's land and shoreline are preserved as national parks, reserves, and sanctuaries.

Oscar de la Renta, the acclaimed fashion designer, was born in Santo Domingo, DR.

The Dominican Republic is a very sustainable nation because it produces nearly all kinds of food served at breakfast, lunch and dinner across the country.

Samaná Bay, in the Samaná province, is home to a humpback whale sanctuary from January to March.

It's the site of the oldest colonial settlement in the Americas and home to Christopher Columbus' first New World landing point in 1492.

More firsts in the Americas: First Catholic cathedral, first university, first hospital, and the first capital city (Santo Domingo).

Any fans of The Godfather Part II? The Cuban Revolution scenes were actually filmed at the Presidential Palace in Santo Domingo.

Armed forces personnel and members of the national police aren't allowed to vote.

The DR is the only place in the world where Larimar, a rare form of blue pectolite, is mined.

Pico Duarte is the highest peak in the Caribbean (3,098 meters

The Dominican Republic is the only country in the world with a Bible on the fla

Puerto Plata features the only cable-car system in the Caribbean.

In the 17th century, islands around the DR were bases of operation for buccaneers who raided Spanish trade ships.

Mama Juana is an alcoholic drink unique to the Dominican Republic. It's made from rum, red wine, honey, tree bark, and herbs. It’s also considered an aphrodisiac.

You can reach the East Coast of the United States in around two hours due to how close the DR is to the U.S.

The DR is one of the best-connected countries in Latin America. You can have high-speed internet in almost any city in the country.

The Dominican Republic is known for its coffee production. The country produces high-quality Arabica coffee beans, and coffee plantations can be found in the mountainous regions. Coffee is an integral part of Dominican culture and daily life.

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