Santiago is the capital and the second largest city of Santiago Province in the Dominican Republic. It was founded in the colonial era in 1495 and played a crucial role as a strategic city during the Dominican Restoration War. Presently, it is one of the important cities in the Dominican Republic. One of the most popular landmarks in Santiago is the Santiago Cathedral, built in 1895. It is the most iconic building in the city and a must-visit for every tourist. The Restoration War Memorial Tower, located atop a small hill, stands at 67 meters tall and is made of…

Guayaquil is located on the Guayas River west bank beside the Pacific Guayaquil Bay, hence its name. Known as the “Coastal Pearl of the Pacific,” it is Ecuador’s largest city and main seaport, serving as the capital of Guayas Province and the industrial and fishing center of Ecuador. Despite its proximity to the equator, Guayaquil enjoys a cool climate due to its bay location and sea breezes. It is a popular tourist destination, offering a vibrant urban landscape with colorful architecture, orderly layout, and a plethora of high-rise buildings and lush greenery. The city boasts several colonial-era buildings from the…

Barranquilla is located in the Magdalena River delta on the northern coast of the Caribbean in northern Colombia, and it is the capital of the Atlántico Department. The city is the largest city and seaport in the northern coastal region of the Caribbean in Colombia, and the fourth largest city in terms of population in Colombia. Most of the buildings in Barranquilla were constructed in the 20th century, with some dating back to the colonial period. However, the majority of the buildings are in the architectural style of the late 19th century, influenced by American, European, Middle Eastern, and Asian…

Lake Enriquillo is located in a valley gorge in Barahona Province, Dominican Republic. It is the largest and lowest lake in the Caribbean Sea, and one of the few saltwater lakes in the world where crocodiles inhabit. Lake Enriquillo covers an area of 375 square kilometers, with a maximum depth of 52 meters and is 45 meters below sea level, surrounded by mountains. It is considered a thrilling lake and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Unlike most saltwater lakes where animals rarely live, Lake Enriquillo is home to crocodiles, iguanas, and flamingos. In the center of…

Camagüey is a city in central Cuba, in the Caribbean. It is the capital of Camagüey Province and serves as an important industrial, commercial, and transportation center. The city was founded in 1515 and is currently the third largest city in the country. In July 2008, the historic center of Camagüey was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The symbol and emblem of Camagüey is the water jar (Tinajón), hence it is known as the “City of Tinajones” because Camagüeyans have traditionally used water jars to store rainwater. Legend has it that tourists who drink from the water jar in…

Holguín is the capital of Holguín Province in eastern Cuba, established in 1545 and named after the city’s founder, a Spanish officer. Although not a very large city, it has many places worth visiting and savoring. There are pristine white beaches on the outskirts of the city for visitors to enjoy. Holguín is known as the “City of Parks” and boasts several small parks, including Jose Marti Park, San Isidoro Park, Marti Park, etc., serving as the main leisure and entertainment venues for the residents. If you want to learn about the history, culture, and scientific development of this city,…

The island of Grand Bahama is the fourth largest island in the Commonwealth of the Bahamas in the West Indies, with a width of 12 kilometers east to west, a length of 24 kilometers north to south, and an area of 1373 square kilometers. It is located at the northern end of the Bahama Islands, approximately 96 kilometers west of the Florida Peninsula in the United States. Grand Bahama Island is both an island and administrative region in the Bahamas, located just west of Great Abaco Island, covering an area of 1,373 square kilometers (530 square miles). Its economy is…

The tranquil ocean and the barren desert here form a strong contrast, with beautiful and exotic natural scenery. Only by being there can one feel its natural magical charm. Baja California Sur is a state in the northwest of Mexico, located at the southern end of the Baja California Peninsula, surrounded by the Cortez Sea and the Pacific Ocean. There, the tranquil ocean and the barren desert form a strong contrast, offering beautiful and exotic natural scenery for visitors to immerse themselves in and experience its natural magical charm.