Barahona, Dominican Republic
Barahona | |
|---|---|
| Santa Cruz de Barahona | |
Villa Miriam | |
| Coordinates: 18°12′N 71°06′W / 18.200°N 71.100°W | |
| Country | Dominican Republic |
| Province | Barahona |
| Municipality since | 1858 |
| Founded by | Toussaint L'ouverture |
| Area | |
• Total | 163.02 km2 (62.94 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 10 m (30 ft) |
| Population (2012) | |
• Total | 138,159 |
| • Density | 850/km2 (2,200/sq mi) |
| • Demonym | Barahonero(a) |
| Municipal Districts | 3 |
| Climate | Aw |
Barahona, also known as Santa Cruz de Barahona, is the main city of the Barahona Province, in the southwest of the Dominican Republic. It has one of the most active ports in the region, as well as many ecotourism attractions. The city is a centre of sugar production and industry. Barahona is also known for being the only place where the rare Larimar stone can be found.