Distrito Nacional

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The State(Province) of Distrito Nacional

Country: Dominican Republic

Cities in Distrito Nacional: Santo Domingo

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The Distrito Nacional (Spanish pronunciation: [disˈtɾito naθjoˈnal]) (D.N.) is a subdivision of the Dominican Republic enclosing the capital Santo Domingo. It is not within any of the provinces, but is itself counted as a province. Before October 16, 2001, the Distrito Nacional was much larger, including what is now known as Santo Domingo Province. Published statistics and maps generally show the former, larger, Distrito Nacional. The Distrito Nacional has no rural or undeveloped areas. Area: 104.44 km² (40 sq mi). Population: 1,111,838 (2010 estimate). Wikipedia:Distrito Nacional