Independencia, Province in southwestern Dominican Republic
Independencia province spans 2,006 square kilometers along the border with Haiti, featuring semi-arid landscapes and mountainous terrain at 21 meters elevation.
The territory was established as a province in 1950 after successive name changes from Provincia de Jimaní to Provincia Nueva Era before becoming Independencia.
The province maintains active exchanges with Haiti through the border market in Jimaní, where merchants from both nations conduct regular trade activities.
Travelers can reach the region through paved highways connecting to major Dominican cities, with accommodations available in the capital city of Jimaní.
Lake Enriquillo within the province contains Isla Cabritos, where visitors can observe American crocodiles and iguanas in their natural environment.
Location: Dominican Republic
Inception: 1950
Capital city: Jimaní
Elevation above the sea: 21 m
Shares border with: Elías Piña Province, San Juan Province, Baoruco Province, Barahona Province, Pedernales Province, Ouest, Centre
GPS coordinates: 18.49000,-71.85000
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:36
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