Founded in 1496, Santo Domingo is the main port and capital of the Caribbean island of the Dominican Republic. It is the oldest continuous European settlement in the Americas and it was here that Father Antonio de Montesinos, a Dominican Friar, fought for liberty, freedom and equality of the indigenous people following the Spanish conquest of what was then, the island of Hispaniola. Universal values and cultural equality is still prized by the peoples of the Dominican Republic and is reflected in their art and lifestyle. For more information: check out episode #164 in the International category.
About Anne Martin
Since the mid 1970s, producer/host, Anne Martin, has been bringing stories to life through the medium of television. She thrives on tracking down the unusual and her work has encompassed history, geology, heritage and a positive outlook on the world around us. Read more about Anne Martin.