Valverde Province

Valverde is a province in northwestern Dominican Republic that stretches across mountainous terrain and river valleys. The region's landscape is defined by the Yaque del Norte and its tributaries, which shape the lay of the land.

The province developed from territories first explored near La Isabela, where early colonial settlements took hold. These early roots shaped how the region grew and organized over the centuries that followed.

The capital Mao takes its name from the Taíno language, rooted in the nearby river that shapes how people live and work. Local traditions remain tied to farming practices and water management that have long been central to the region's way of life.

The region is best visited during drier months when weather conditions are most favorable for exploring the area. Main services and accommodations center around the capital, making it a logical starting point for understanding the province.

An early irrigation project built in the early 1900s transformed dry lands into productive rice fields and made the region an agricultural center. This water infrastructure allowed farmers to expand cultivation in ways that would not have been possible otherwise.

Location: Dominican Republic

Inception: 1959

Capital city: Mao

Elevation above the sea: 60 m

Shares border with: Monte Cristi Province, Puerto Plata Province, Santiago Province, Santiago Rodríguez Province

GPS coordinates: 19.56667,-71.08333

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07