A prehistoric water-filled cave in the Dominican Republic has become a “treasure trove” with the announcement by Indiana University archaeologists of the discovery of stone tools, a small primate skul
A prehistoric water-filled cave in the Dominican Republic has become a “treasure trove” with the announcement by Indiana University archaeologists of the discovery of stone tools, a small primate skull in remarkable condition, and the claws, jawbone and other bones of several species of sloths.
The discoveries extend by thousands of years the scope of investigations led Charles Beeker, director of Academic Diving and Underwater Science Programs at IU Bloomington’s School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, and his interdisciplinary team of collaborators. The researchers’ focus has been on the era a mere 500 years ago when the Old World and New World first met after Christopher Columbus stepped ashore in the Caribbean and on scintillating pirate lore. This rare
It may be easy for a destination like the Dominican Republic to get typecast. As one of the most visited spots in the Caribbean, it offers exactly what the area is famous for: balmy weather, lush beaches, a bevy of water sports, spectacular golf. But to limit a visit to the Dominican Republic to resorts, cocktails and sun worship would mean missing out on an eclectic travel experience.