Las Terrenas, Coastal municipality in Samaná Province, Dominican Republic
Las Terrenas is a coastal municipality in Samaná Province with white sand beaches and turquoise waters backed by green mountains. The settlement spreads along several kilometers of shoreline, mixing natural beach areas with developed residential and commercial zones.
The settlement was founded in 1946 when the government relocated residents from Santo Domingo to develop farming and fishing activities. Over time, these origins shifted toward tourism and coastal development.
French settlement shaped the community's daily life, with French commonly heard alongside Spanish in shops, restaurants, and among residents who maintain connections to that heritage.
The Samaná El Catey International Airport provides regular year-round connections to European and Canadian cities. From here, visitors can reach different parts of the extensive coastline by various transportation options.
Wooden fishing cabins that once lined the beach were converted into restaurants, bars, and shops while keeping their original structure. This transformation shows how the place has adapted its past into present-day life.
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