Settle in for a sightseeing adventure, and travel through San Marcos Village and up the rugged trails of Puerto Plata's highest mountain, at 2,600 feet (792.5 meters), Isabel de Torres. Take in the spectacular views of the giant statue of Christ the Redeemer-one of the province's most popular landmarks and a smaller-scale version of the iconic monument that overlooks Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. After filling your camera with pictures of this statue and the panoramic vistas over the city, continuing on to visit the Natural Monument, a showpiece for native plants and blooms. Head back down the mountain to explore the historical core of Puerta Plata, taking in the Plaza Independencia, a central park with Victorian-style designs, pretty gardens and flowerbeds. Enjoy panoramic views of San Felipe Fortress constructed in 1541 by the Spaniards to protect against invasion by pirates and other intruders, before heading back to the pier.