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10-07-2008, 02:30 PM
Organizers are preparing a weeklong celebration of the 516th anniversary of Columbus's arrival in what is now the DR, and therefore the "discovery" of America. The celebrations will conclude at the Columbus Lighthouse monument on 12 October. To mark the celebration, the Columbus's tomb will be opened for the public to view on Sunday, 12 October from 11:30am to 4:30pm. During the weeklong celebrations, admission to the Columbus Lighthouse will be free. This year's events also include the First Columbus Lighthouse Marathon.
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