One of the main attractions is the collection of valuable undersea treasure uncovered in a 1976 expedition in territorial waters. Panteon Nacional Originally a Jesuit Church, the National Pantheon was built in 1714. It's current name and function were changed in 1958. Interesting notes are the intersected hallways forming a cross, and the giant, ornate brass lamp donated by the Spanish to the Dominican Republic. This little alley leads to the cloisters of the Cathedral.
Visitors can see the surrounding colonial structures.
Many of the other colonial buildings and churches can be viewed from this vantage point. Sculptures made by the expert Dominican artist Rotellinis stand throughout the alley. Centro de Arte Nouveau Ave. Independencia No. 354, Ens. Abraham Lincoln Tel.