worldviewimages > Spreading out coca beans to dry in the sun, this farmer is happy that this year has given him a good crop.
worldviewimages > One of the largest export crops of the Dominican Republic is sugar cane. It is processed and used for sugar as well as making rum.
worldviewimages > Most of the people live in small wooden houses made of a particular variety of palm tree, painted in colors typical of the Caribbean.
worldviewimages > Other Dominicans may find work fashioning semiprecious stones into jewelry or demonstrating the art of rolling locally grown tobacco into cigars.
worldviewimages > When visiting the Dominican Republic, be sure to try some of the exotic fruit, munch on some freshly cut sugar cane and try some refreshing coconut juice!
worldviewimages > The majority of the people are of the Roman Catholic faith and beautiful Catholic churches are found in most towns.
worldviewimages > A stable political environment is attracting a lot of foreign investment which is making the Dominican Republic one of the fastest growing economies in Latin America.
worldviewimages > An animal handler at Manati Park gets a kiss from the birds that he cares for.
worldviewimages > Most of the people are only able to find work at minimal wages. The average income is only about $600 US per year. Many must try and survive on less.
Spreading out coca beans to dry in the sun, this farmer is happy that this year has given him a good crop.
worldviewimages > Spreading out coca beans to dry in the sun, this farmer is happy that this year has given him a good crop.
Spreading out coca beans to dry in the sun, this farmer is happy that this year has given him a good crop.
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