Duarte
Two blocks from the central square of Puerto Plata stands a stately Victorian mansion. Built in 1919 by German brothers who came to the Dominican Republic to invest in the sugar trade, it was a private home that today serves as a celebration of all things amber. Guides explain the gem’s origin—it’s actually fossilized sap—and highlight some of the most impressive pieces, including an ancient lizard trapped in the resin.
March 08, 2018 05:16 PM
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