Things to see and do Violas De Chavón

Straight out of a medieval postcard, the Iglesia San Estanislao, in the heart of Altos de Chavón and overlooking the river Chavón, was consecrated in 1979 by Pope John Paul II and is one of the most beautiful churches in the Dominican Republic. Its attractive portico houses a wooden statue of Stanislas, patron saint of Poland, carved in Krakow. An urn containing the saint's ashes was donated by Pope John Paul II to celebrate its inauguration. Church services are held here on Saturdays and Sundays at 5pm.

This is a perfect reproduction of an ancient Roman theatre. The arched tiers can accommodate up to 5,000 spectators and frame an old-fashioned stage, surrounded by an almost Mediterranean setting of greenery. The illusion is perfect. The amphitheatre was inaugurated in 1982 by Frank Sinatra and Carlos Santana. The greatest international musicians of all styles perform there regularly, from Julio Iglesias to Chick Corea. Check the venue's website to see what's on when you visit.

The museum opened in 1981. It is one of the most important sources of information on the Taino people in the Dominican Republic: one can admire the finds resulting from more than 40 years of collecting and more than 6,000 pieces discovered in the region of La Romana, ritual or usual objects that demonstrate the incredible cultural richness of the Taino people. The museum is part of the Altos de Chavón Cultural Foundation, which has been enriching the cultural panorama of the country for two decades.

This art gallery is dedicated to the promotion of Dominican art. Artistic exhibitions, paintings, sculptures, photographs, of recognized artists or beginners as well as local artists, residents of the village, are held there regularly. Particularly dynamic, the gallery is, with the amphitheater, the nerve center of the artistic and cultural life of Altos de Chavón and its surroundings. Don't hesitate to stop by and see what's going on while you're in town. The building itself is also quite interesting