Sánchez is a municipality located in the

Samaná Province Samaná () is a Provinces of the Dominican Republic, province of the Dominican Republic in the Samaná Peninsula located in the eastern region. Its Capital (political), capital is Samaná (town), Santa Bárbara de Samaná, usually known as Samaná ...

of the Dominican Republic, situated on the southern coast of the Samaná Peninsula.

History

Originally known as ''Las Cañitas,'' the town was designated a municipality in 1866 and renamed in honor of Francisco del Rosario Sánchez, one of the founding fathers of the Dominican Republic. Sánchez initially thrived as a small town but gained significant importance with the introduction of a railway linking it to La Vega in the

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region. This railway helped Sánchez become one of the country's most vital ports in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. However, by 1966, the railway ceased operations, and Sánchez's port began to lose its prominence. Over time, the

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has deposited sediment into

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, restricting access to the port to smaller vessels.

Climate

Sánchez has a tropical climate characterized by a marked wet and dry season. Temperatures generally range from 20°C (68°F) to 32°C (90°F) throughout the year. The hottest months are typically May and July, with temperatures occasionally reaching up to 39°C (102°F). The municipality receives substantial rainfall, averaging around 2,064.5 mm (81.2 inches) annually. Rainfall is heaviest from May to November, with the dry season occurring from December to April.

Economy

Agriculture is the primary economic activity in Sánchez. Historically, fishing played a significant role in the local economy, but its importance has diminished over time. Today, agriculture dominates, reflecting the municipality's adaptation to changing economic conditions.

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Sanchez, Samana Populated places in Samaná Province Municipalities of the Dominican Republic