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Tábara Arriba

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Practical info — Tábara Arriba

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🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

The climate here is arid and hot; sun protection and hydration are crucial when exploring the agricultural surroundings.
This is a traditional agricultural town, so respect the local pace of life and dress modestly when walking around the center.
Public transportation is limited to local guaguas (minibuses) to Azua city; always check the departure schedules.
It's a great base if you plan to explore the surrounding rural landscapes and farms.

🍽 Food

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Chivo Guisado

Stewed goat, a regional specialty in the South.

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Dulce de Leche

Local homemade sweets sold at small stalls.

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Mangú con Los Tres Golpes

Plantain mash with cheese, salami, and eggs at local comedores.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Local Farmers' Stalls

For fresh, locally grown produce.

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Colmados

For basic supplies and cold Presidentes.

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Agricultural Fields

Ask locals for safe walking paths.

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Main Town Square

Especially peaceful in the late afternoon.

Tábara Arriba is a photogenic mountain municipality located in the northern part of the Azua province in the Dominican Republic. The geography of the area is defined by the foothills of the Cordillera Central, resulting in a cooler climate than that of the coastal plains. The local economy relies almost entirely on agriculture, with the production of coffee, cocoa, and tobacco playing a central role. Additionally, cattle ranching is a vital source of livelihood for many families throughout the region. The municipality is noted for its pristine natural environment and the numerous streams that crisscross the mountainous terrain. In recent years, Tábara Arriba has made strides in promoting ecotourism to showcase the natural beauty of the central mountain range to visitors. Residents maintain traditional rural customs, which are reflected in their music and culinary habits. Despite its remote location, the town is linked by rural roads to the province's larger commercial centers.

Location: Dominican Republic
Nearby: Pueblo Viejo (6 km)
Population: ~3.736 (2016)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Feb, Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	24	24	25	26	26	26	27	27	27	26	25	24
Rain mm	19	18	25	41	67	42	43	69	48	74	63	33

Geography

Population

3,736 (2016)

Coordinates

18.63330, -70.81670

Facts

Tábara Arriba was officially elevated to a municipality on January 20, 2004.
The town is situated at an average elevation of about 400 meters above sea level.
The Tábara River serves as the primary water source for local irrigation.
Coffee from this region is prized for its aroma due to the high-altitude conditions.
The climate is subtropical moist, featuring distinct rainy seasons.
The municipality borders the San Juan province to the north.