Dajabón Province

Dajabón Province extends from the Cordillera Central mountains in the south to flat savannas in the north, bordering Haiti. The territory is divided into five municipalities, with the capital city Dajabón serving as a major trading hub between the two nations.

The province was separated from Monte Cristi in 1938 and initially called Libertador before receiving its current name in 1961. This renaming marked a significant shift in the administrative identity of the region.

The name Dajabón comes from the Taíno word Dahaboon, which referred to both the region and its main river.

Visitors will find varied landscapes here, ranging from mountainous areas to open plains, which support a range of activities. The best time for exploration is during the drier months, when roads and paths are more accessible.

The Dajabón River forms the natural border with Haiti and hosts bi-weekly markets where merchants from both nations exchange goods. These markets create a place of intense economic connection between the two countries.

Location: Dominican Republic

Capital city: Dajabón

Elevation above the sea: 328 m

Shares border with: Monte Cristi Province, Santiago Rodríguez Province, Elías Piña Province, Nord-Est, Centre

GPS coordinates: 19.56667,-71.71000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:02