Dominican Republic is a Latin American country situated in the Caribbean island, Hispaniola. Hispaniola, second largest island of Greater Antilles surrounded by Puerto Rico to the west and Cuba and Jamaica to the east. The Dominican Republic has become the first permanent site of European settlement and first to build the European fortress and roads in America. Santo Domingo is the capital. Presidential system is followed as the government rule. The estimated overall population is 9,183,984 and area of 44,442 sq. km, second largest country of Antilles. The climate is tropical and maritime. The annual temperature varies from 21 degree Celsius in hilly regions to 25 degree Celsius in the plains.

The culture of country is a combination of European and African culture. Spanish is the most common language spoken but apart from it also French, Haitian Creole English, Italian and German are common. Bachata has originated in the rural areas and became popular music. Baseball is most liked sport in this country. After the US, Dominican Republic has the highest baseball players.

The country is developing with lower middle income dependent on government services and natural resources. Contribution from tourism in annual earnings also accounts $1.3 billion. Agriculture and mining are the most important areas in export. It enjoys a fast growing economy in collaboration with the CIA World Fact stating a growth percentage of 10.7% and inflation rate of 8.2%.