Scenery and Geography
Situated between the Carribbean and the Pacific in what is known as the Pacifics Ring of Fire, Costa Rica has most of the volcanoes in the world. There are 112 volcanoes, of which 10 are still active with sporadic eruptions. The volcanoes appear in the midst of the dense vegetation that covers the country. As well as active volcanoes you can also find more than 120 impressive craters or calderas to delight visitors. One of the main tourist attractions in Costa Rica is the Arenal Volcano that is 1,633 meters high (5500 feet).
Most of the higher topography is made up of cliffs that range between 915 and 1830 meters high (3,00 to 6000 feet). There are 3 mountain ranges that stretch through the country, known as the Talamaca range, situated in the south, the Central Range, in the center, and the Guanacaste Range comes from the North originating in the neighboring country Nicaragua.
Costa Rica also has two beautiful coastlines that will intrigue visitors with extensive and colorful beaches. The Pacific Coast is narrower and has two bays with abundant marine life: the Gulf of Nicoya, and the wider, deeper Dulce Gulf. The Caribbean coast is characterized by beaches with quiet and clear waters, Be sure to visit the natural port of Limon and its incredible beaches as well as Cahuita with its reefs and diving areas.
180 km from San Jose visitors can discover the Monteverde natural reseve. This reserve is known for its clouds of fog which makes it possible for many rare plants to live, turning it into a magical place to visit.
The nature reserves found in Costa Rica protect many species of animals and plants. For nature lovers this is an unforgetable destination due to its great biological diversity.
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