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Arenal National Park (Parque Nacional Volcan Arenal)
Atenas
Cartago
Catarata del Toro
Escazu
Grecia
Irazu Volcano
Jaco
La Paz Waterfall Gardens
Manuel Antonio National Park (Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio)
Rio Pacuare
Sarchi
The Balsa River
Tortuga Island (Isla Tortuga)
Tortuguero National Park
Toucan Rescue Ranch
Turrialba Volcano National Park (Parque Nacional Volcan Turrialba)
Zarcero
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Why is Costa Rica considered an ecological treasure?
- Costa Rica is an ecological treasure-trove, home to lush rainforests, footprint-free beaches, tumultuous volcanoes, and dense mangrove swamps, teeming with a variety of wildlife.
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Which countries border Costa Rica?
- Bordered by the thick tropical jungles of Nicaragua to the north and Panama to the southeast, Costa Rica is a peaceful oasis in a historically tumultuous region.
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What makes Costa Rica unique in terms of biodiversity?
- The country is one of the most bio-diverse areas on the planet, offering a vast range of flora and fauna.
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What activities and attractions does Costa Rica offer?
- Costa Rica offers a plethora of adventures, excursions, and attractions, from hiking trails through ancient rainforests, climbing active volcanoes, or exploring the Americas’ last vestiges of high-altitude cloud forests that are home to jaguar, tapir, and the resplendent quetzal.
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