Higuey (Higüey), La Altagracia
Higuey: capital city of the eastern La Altagracia Province, in the Dominican Republic, and the eighth largest city of that country
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Higüey at a glance
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La Altagracia counties
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Salvaleón de HigüeyPopulation 123,787
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Quick Facts about Higüey
| Country | Dominican Republic |
| State | La Altagracia (Dominican Republic) |
| Area | 2029.14 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 18.7000,-68.6667 |
| Altitude | 348 feet / 106 meters |
| Capital city | Higüey is capital of La Altagracia Province |
| Establishment | January 01, 1503 |
| Time Zone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Local time | 11:27:40 (23rd April 2026) |
Geography
Higüey is located at 18°42'0"N 68°40'0"W (18.7000000, -68.6666700).
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