Dominican Republic's Central Region Attractions

Running northwest to southeast, the Cordillera Central is a powerful mountain range of over 250 km/155mi which extends from Haiti to the city of San Cristóbal. It contains Pico Duarte, the highest point in the West Indies.

Jarabacoa 's temperate climate makes it a pleasant destination for travelers and for affluent Dominican's who make it their second home.

Jarabacoa is located in the mountains of the Cordillera Central, at an altitude of more than 500 m/1,640ft; residents of the town describe Jarabacoa as the "Switzerland of the Tropics".

The downtown area features a central park and an elegant colonial-style church. Area attractions include waterfalls, swimming holes, and opportunities for hiking and horseback.

The 30m/100ft Jimenoa Falls is one of the Dominican Republic's main waterfalls and is found in a park-like setting with natural pools, wooden foot bridges and a snack bar.

The Vega Real or Royal Plain is often called the "Garden of the Antilles" and produces the Dominican Republic's fruits, vegetables and sugar cane.