Experience tropical island life at the Dominican Republic Pavilion, which recreates the daily rhythms of this history-rich Caribbean oasis of sun, sand and surf. Taste exotic fruits and Dominican chocolates or move to the beat of bachata and merengue performances. Find out why the nation calls itself the “Hub of the Americas”, and discover more about its capital, Santo Domingo, the oldest continuously inhabited European settlement in the Americas. Plus, find out how the country is innovating today, with ecotourism investment opportunities and the potential to become a key research and development hub.