Students will have the opportunity to experience the different biomes and diverse ecological niches found throughout these regions, and will learn about the population, economic and cultural geographies of the country. July 19-20 Field trip to the Eastern Lowlands. July 21 Field trip to the Colonial zone of Santo Domingo July 22-23 Field trip to the Southwestern Region. West of Santo Domingo, the climate becomes increasingly dry as a result of rain shadow effect. A completely different biome can be observed throughout this region.
Irrigated agriculture is fairly productive.
In different biomes, the area produces sugarcane, coffee, and bananas. July 24 Field study of Santo Domingo's neighborhoods. Walking tour of Villa Francisca and Gazcue. July 25 Field study of Santo Domingo's neighborhoods. Arroyo Hond and the Botanical Gardens.