Destinations:

Santo Domingo

Category:

General Tourism

Museums

History

Zona Colonial

Photos

About La Puerta de la Misericordia:

La Puerta de la Misericordia (Door of mercy) is also known as La Puerta del Conde (Conde Door) is a relic of the Dominican Republic. La Puerta de la Misericordia is a colonial monument and patriotic symbol because it was the place where the founding fathers threw the cry of independence on 27 February 1844.

La Puerta de la Misericordia is one of the oldest monuments of the Dominican Republic and with it begins the stretch of the Conde Street, being the only pedestrian street of the city.

La Puerta de la Misericordia is also called altar of the fatherland because there rested the remains of the Founding Fathers: Juan Pablo Duarte, Francisco del Rosario Sanchez and Ramon Matías Mella from the centennial celebration of the Dominican Republic in 1944 until 1976 when they were transferred to the gray mausoleum located behind the monument.

In 1935, La Puerta de la Misericordia was declared a national monument and within its area are often carried out purely cultural activities.

Tips:

If you love photography, we recommend you to wait for the sunset pictures. It is also a great place to take good urban pictures.

When visiting La Puerta de la Misericordia, take the opportunity to begin the journey to walk across the pedestrian street “El Conde” for its shops and cafes.

Location:

Palo Hincado street corner with El Conde Street. Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo.

Hours:

Open to the public at all times.

Cost:

Free