Las Terrenas, Coastal municipality in Samaná Province, Dominican Republic
The northeast coastline features palm-lined white sand beaches extending for several kilometers along turquoise Caribbean waters next to green mountains.
In 1946, President Rafael Leonidas Trujillo established the settlement by relocating rural residents from Santo Domingo to develop farming and fishing activities.
French settlers contributed significantly to local development, making French the second most spoken language after Spanish throughout the coastal community.
The Samaná El Catey International Airport connects Las Terrenas directly with European and Canadian cities through regular flights throughout the year.
Former wooden fishing cabins along the beach have transformed into restaurants, bars, and boutiques while maintaining their traditional architectural style.
Location: Samaná Province
Elevation above the sea: 17 m
GPS coordinates: 19.32000,-69.53000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:03
The Dominican Republic offers diverse photography subjects: white sand beaches, colonial buildings, rainforest waterfalls, and national parks. From Santo Domingo Cathedral to Punta Cana beaches, photographers find subjects for landscape, architecture, and nature images.
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