Cuevas de Pomier
6,000 Taino cave paintings in the Caribbean's richest archaeological site
Cuevas de Pomier
The largest collection of pre-Columbian cave art in the Caribbean, with over 6,000 Taino pictographs and petroglyphs in a system of 55 limestone caves.
The Cuevas de Pomier (Pomier Caves), also known as the Cuevas de Borbón, comprise the largest and most important collection of pre-Columbian cave art in the entire Caribbean. Located in the limestone hills of San Cristóbal Province, approximately 40 minutes north of Santo Domingo, this system of 55 caves contains over 6,000 Taino pictographs and petroglyphs representing one of the richest archaeological records of the indigenous peoples of the Antilles.
The cave paintings, estimated to be 2,000-4,000 years old, depict a fascinating array of subjects — human figures, animals (iguanas, fish, bats, and birds), spiritual symbols, geometric patterns, and celestial objects. The caves themselves are impressive geological formations with stalactites, stalagmites, and large chambers. Only a few caves are open to visitors, guided by trained local guides who explain the significance of the artwork and the Taino culture it represents. The site is designated as a natural monument and is under consideration for UNESCO World Heritage status.