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Licey al Medio
ℹ️Practical info — Licey al Medio
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- Expect heavy traffic on the main route connecting to Santiago, especially during rush hours.
- Visit the local agro-industrial shops for high-quality, fresh pork and poultry products.
- Public transport (carritos and guaguas) into Santiago is frequent and cheap.
- Enjoy the cooler evening breeze, typical of the Cibao valley, in the local parks.
🍽 Food
Look for street-side stalls serving this crispy fried pork, often considered some of the best in the region.
Due to its booming poultry industry, the roasted chicken here is exceptionally fresh.
Available in local restaurants, often made with the excellent local pork.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Purchase locally produced meats and dairy directly from the factories' shop fronts.
Stop by stalls along the Duarte Highway for fresh tropical fruits.
A relatively calm spot in the evening to relax and observe the community.
Walk out towards the farming areas for a peaceful view of the Cibao landscape.
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Licey al Medio is a spirited economic center in the Santiago province, known as the heart of Dominican poultry and pork production. The municipality is strategically located between Santiago de los Caballeros and Moca, serving as a vital logistics hub in the Cibao Valley. Licey al Medio was established on July 13, 1958, marking its development from a rural hamlet into a significant industrial municipality. The local economy is dominated by large agricultural corporations that supply the nation with eggs, chicken, and pork. In addition to agriculture, numerous workshops and metalworking businesses have settled here, strengthening the industrial sector. Proximity to the Cibao International Airport has further accelerated the growth of hotels and service companies. Geographically, the area features flat topography, which has favored the large-scale construction of production facilities and warehouses. Despite its industrial dynamism, Licey al Medio maintains its traditional markets, which serve as a showcase for local agricultural diversity.
- Location: Dominican Republic
- Nearby: Baitoa (5 km)
- Population: ~6.435 (2016)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan–Mar.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 23 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 24 |
| Rain mm | 49 | 29 | 38 | 44 | 65 | 39 | 49 | 55 | 58 | 60 | 86 | 56 |
Geography
Facts
- Licey al Medio was established as an independent municipality on July 13, 1958.
- The municipality produces about 30% of the national poultry and egg supply.
- The Cibao International Airport is located partially within the municipality's territory.
- The town is a major transportation hub on the highway between Santiago and Moca.
- The name 'Licey' originates from a river that flows through the region.
- Licey al Medio is renowned for its metalworking and furniture industries.
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