The capital of the Dominican Republic is Santo Domingo. It is the largest city in the country and the largest metropolitan area in the Caribbean by population. Santo Domingo is also the center of economic activity in the Dominican Republic, where most of the countrys wealth is concentrated and the seat of the national legislature, judicial, and executive government. Many national and international firms have their headquarters or regional offices in Santo Domingo, and the city attracts many international firms and franchises due to its location and economic stability.