What is Jaragua National Park?
Jaragua National Park, the crown jewel of Pedernales and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The country's largest protected area blends dry forest, hypersaline lagoons, and pristine beaches like Bahía de las Águilas (Eagle Bay). A sanctuary for flamingos, Ricord's iguanas, and sea turtles. Caves adorned with Taíno rock art and untouched coral reefs. Accessible only by 4x4 or boat from Cabo Rojo. Pure nature tourism in the Dominican southwest — perfect for birdwatching, snorkeling, and total unplugging. An unparalleled natural heritage.
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Established in 1983, it safeguards the largest dry zone in the insular Caribbean and Bahía de las Águilas. Ancestral Taíno territory with ceremonial caves and petroglyphs. A refuge for endemic species like the Ricord's iguana and sea turtles. A World Heritage Site for its unique ecological and cultural value.

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