Centro Histórico De Puerto Plata , Puerto Plata Province, Dominican Republic — Caribbean Region of the Americas (Hispaniola, Greater Antilles, West Indies)

Dominican Republic

Photographed by James Hulse, February 9, 2025

1. Dominican Republic Marker

Inscription. Our history begins with the Indigenous Taino, who inhabited the island since 600 AD and called it Quisqueya. They were known for their agriculture, intricate craftsmanship and a complex social structure.

On Dec 5th 1492 Cristopher Columbus arrived to this part of the island during his first voyage to the New World. They called it La Hispaniola and this port Puerto Plata named after the silver-like appearance of the nearby mountain Picco Isabel de Torres which reflects the sunlight and looks like silver.

In the 17th century French explorers arrived. The Treaty of Ryswick officially divided the island with France establishing Saint Domingue now Haiti.

The Founding Fathers led the fight for the country's independence and achieved it on February 27 1844.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Colonial Era. A significant historical date for this entry is February 27, 1844.

Location. 19° 47.882′ N, 70° 41.674′ W. Marker is in Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata Province. It is in Centro Histórico De Puerto Plata. It is at the intersection of Calle San Felipe and Calle Duarte, on the right when traveling north on Calle San Felipe. The marker is located along the corner of the building at the intersection. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Calle Duarte 37, Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata Province 57000, Dominican Republic. Touch for directions.

Regionally, it is one of the Greater Antilles

on the Caribbean Sea,

in in the Atlantic Ocean,

in North America,

and in the Western Hemisphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain

and also a Spanish colony.

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At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Doña Blanca (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Catedral San Felipe Apóstol / Cathedral of Saint Philip the Apostle (about 120 meters away); General Juan Pablo Duarte y Díez (about 150 meters away); General Gregorio Luperón (about 150 meters away); Club Fe en el Porvenir / Club Faith in the Future (about 180 meters away); Hombres de la Historia / Men of History (about 210 meters away); a different marker also named Hombres de la Historia / Men of History (about 210 meters away); Museo del Ambar / Amber Museum (approx. 0.3 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Puerto Plata.

Dominican Republic Marker - Panel 1 image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, February 9, 2025

2. Dominican Republic Marker - Panel 1

Dominican Republic Marker - Panel 2 image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, February 9, 2025

3. Dominican Republic Marker - Panel 2

Dominican Republic Marker - Panel 3 image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, February 9, 2025

4. Dominican Republic Marker - Panel 3

Dominican Republic Marker - Panal 4 image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, February 9, 2025

5. Dominican Republic Marker - Panal 4

The view of the Dominican Republic Marker along the street image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, February 9, 2025

6. The view of the Dominican Republic Marker along the street

Credits. This page was last revised on February 14, 2025. It was originally submitted on February 13, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 114 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on February 14, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.