Dominica is wild, natural, and largely unspoiled by tourism and commerce. The
Pagua River Valley, above, is a good example of what awaits in Dominica.
You won't find the expansive white sand beaches often associated
with tropical islands, but you will find lush jungles, remote villages,
abundant wildlife, and secluded, rough beaches. To sweeten the deal,
Dominica offers some of the best diving in the Caribbean. If you
love the idea of an underwater, over-mountain, into-the-wild adventure,
Dominica is for you.
The unpretentious capital city, Roseau, is a typical Caribbean town, and the largest in Dominica. The population of 20,000 is friendly almost beyond belief. You can hardly enjoy an aimless walk through the streets without several locals offering to escort you to a good restaurant, or make sure you haven't lost your way. Dominica is an independent commonwealth with a seat at the United Nations, but Roseau doesn't have fancy government buildings or monuments. What it does offer are colorful buildings, a bustling marketplace, and charming seaside accommodations. Make sure you visit the Dominica Museum, and the 40-acre Botanical Gardens.
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