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Duarte long weekend

Monday, 29 January is a holiday in the Dominican Republic, commemorating Duarte Day that actually falls on Friday, 26 January. The holiday creates a long weekend. Those with plans to commute this weekend should take special care to avoid the congestion of thousands of people on the roads. Mainly on Friday afternoon and Monday afternoon, thousands are expected to leave the cities for mountain and beach destinations.

Duarte Day commemorates the founding father of the Dominican Republic, Juan Pablo Duarte.

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23 January 2024