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Independence of Dominican Republic
27 February 1844
National Holiday : Independence Day, 27 February
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Religions of Dominican Republic
Roman Catholic 95%
other 5%
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Languages of Dominican Republic
Spanish (official)
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Ethnic groups of Dominican Republic
mixed 73%
white 16%
black 11%
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Area of Dominican Republic
48 670 km² (132nd)
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Industries of Dominican Republic
tourism
sugar processing
ferronickel and gold mining
textiles
cement
