Explore La Romana

Gain an overall understanding of the area by visiting the most representative attractions, including the spectacular Cave of Wonders. Although it took eons to form, the cave wasn’t discovered until 1926, when a group of Boy Scouts just happened to stumble upon it. Although the cave is noteworthy geologically, it is even more highly regarded for its ancient, but well-preserved wall paintings. The aboriginal Tainos created them. You will witness a different sort of creativity at the Tabacalera La Vega Fina, where artisans hand-roll cigars from a blend of aged tobaccos. It is a fascinating process to watch, as it takes years to master the art of constructing the cigar’s different layers for the ideal taste, aroma and mouthfeel. Visiting Altos de Chavon will offer an unusual multi-cultural perspective. The replica 16th-century Mediterranean village features a Grecian-style amphitheater, a medieval-looking church and an archaeological museum full of pre-Columbian artifacts.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Behold hundreds of ancient Taino Indian wall paintings in the Cave of Wonders.
• Watch artisans hand-make premium-quality Dominican cigars.
• Meander the narrow atmospheric streets of a replica 16th-century Mediterranean village.