At the beginning of the 20th century, (1902) the Republic began, in the jurisdictional aspect the continuous territory forming part of the Santiago de las Vegas municipality as an extensive rural neighborhood. As of 1910, its typical spa town appearance began to slowly change and some small industries, workshops, and shops were opened. In 1910, President José Miguel Gómez established his residence at Finca "América", named after his wife América Arias, a lady remembered by many for her gestures in favor of this town.
