As the capital city of the island, Santo Domingo is home to approximately 2.5 million inhabitants. Despite its large size, it has retained the atmosphere of a small town where Latin culture can be felt at every corner. It is the ancient and colorful streets, adorned with magnificent buildings, that sometimes make you feel like you've stepped back in time. At the same time, in Santo Domingo, you will find many modern restaurants and merengue clubs, which are highly popular among Dominicans.