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Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
The city's Victorian center, amber museum and San Felipe fortress add history to a beach destination. A cable car climbs Isabel de Torres for a broad view of the coast, city and Atlantic—when operations and weather allow.
The Story of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata is a historic city on the Dominican Republic's north coast, backed by Mount Isabel de Torres. Its Spanish name means 'silver port,' a reference traditionally linked to the way sunlight shines on the mountain and sea.
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic in Context
Puerto Plata is a historic city on the Dominican Republic's north coast, backed by Mount Isabel de Torres. Its Spanish name means 'silver port,' a reference traditionally linked to the way sunlight shines on the mountain and sea.
What Makes It Special
The city's Victorian center, amber museum and San Felipe fortress add history to a beach destination. A cable car climbs Isabel de Torres for a broad view of the coast, city and Atlantic—when operations and weather allow.
Interesting Facts
Fortaleza San Felipe dates to the sixteenth century and guarded the harbor. The Dominican Republic is known for amber that can preserve insects and plants millions of years old.
Explore the R&M Photographs
Explore our R&M Adventures photographs to see Puerto Plata's streets, Atlantic waterfront and mountain backdrop.
The Story of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata is a historic city on the Dominican Republic's north coast, backed by Mount Isabel de Torres. Its Spanish name means 'silver port,' a reference traditionally linked to the way sunlight shines on the mountain and sea.
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