Carlos navigates the Zona Colonial in a light drizzle, tests the integrated metro system, visits the closed Alcázar and active Cathedral, eats La Bandera at a local comedor, and reflects on residency logistics while based in Gazcue.

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Episode 71 of Dominican Republic Travel Podcast with Carlos Peña. Carlos Peña is in Dominican Republic, Dominican Republic.

Places in this episode: Gazcue, Zona Colonial, Calle El Conde, Parque Colón, Plaza de España, Alcázar de Colón, Catedral Primada de América, Calle Las Damas.

Covered: Colonial Architecture History, Public Transit Systems, Residency Banking Steps, Local Dining Costs, Safety Tips Urban Areas.

Chapters:
00:00 Gazcue
00:43 Casa Barista & Co.
02:08 Zona Colonial
03:46 Plaza de España
06:00 BanReservas Mella
07:54 Malecón
09:28 Street

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