| Costa Rica is one of the countries in Central | | | | seen at night, red lava against the contrast of the |
| America. It is bordered by both Nicaragua and | | | | black night. |
| Panama as well s the Pacific Ocean and the | | | | 6.) Fortuna Waterfall |
| Caribbean Sea. Costa Rica is a wonderful tourist | | | | This is another favorite tourist spot. Here, you |
| destination for visitors as well as newlyweds, and | | | | can spend the day swimming in its lovely pool and |
| here are ten of the many places that you can | | | | stream as well as catch a glimpse or two of its |
| enjoy in Costa Rica. | | | | native animals. Do not forget to bring a jacket |
| 1.) The Central Cathedral | | | | though as it can become chilly at night. |
| Located in Alajuela, this cathedral is a must-see | | | | 7.) Cahuita National Park |
| when you visit the city. Although it is pretty in its | | | | Visiting this national park is also a great way to |
| own way, it is not that impressive when it comes | | | | spend the day. Its main attraction is its coral |
| to its architectural design. What makes this area | | | | reefs that are located near the shore. As such, |
| special though is because it is a nice spot where | | | | this is a good area where you can snorkel or |
| you can enjoy views of parrots and even a sloth | | | | scuba dive and get to enjoy the views offered |
| or two if you are lucky enough. | | | | by the different species of fish that make their |
| 2.) Juan Santamaria Park | | | | homes in the reefs. |
| You can take a nice long walk in this park named | | | | 8.) Corcovado National Park |
| after their national hero. You will also see here | | | | This is a wildlife park that provides a very good |
| cannons that were used during the 1860s era. | | | | opportunity to see animals at their habitats. Here, |
| After a stroll in the park, you can also visit the | | | | you will see four species of monkeys as well as |
| Juan Santamaria Museum which houses | | | | wild cats (many of them endangered) and other |
| memorabilia about the national hero. | | | | kinds of animals like birds. This remarkable |
| 3.) Poas Volcano National Park | | | | plethora of animals in this national park is brought |
| This is a favorite place among locals and | | | | about by less human contact. |
| foreigners alike. Here, you will get to see what the | | | | 9.) Manuel Antonio National Park |
| crater of a volcano that is still active looks like. | | | | This is home to squirrel and white-faced monkeys |
| There are guided tours that will take you to the | | | | as well as other kinds of animals such as the sloth |
| summit of the volcano. | | | | and iguanas. You can also see here toucans and |
| 4.) The Lankester Botanical Gardens | | | | birds and, of course, bats. Word of caution |
| What great way to spend a relaxing afternoon | | | | though, it is prohibited to feed the monkeys in this |
| than having a nice quiet stroll along the grounds of | | | | national park. |
| this botanical garden? Here, you will see a large | | | | 10.) Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest |
| assortment of orchids and other kinds of plants. | | | | Reserves |
| This is also ideal for families to enjoy. | | | | This is also a must-see in Costa Rica if you are a |
| 5.) Arenal Volcano | | | | nature lover. You will enjoy here the sights of |
| You can also take guided tours to the Arenal | | | | vast greenery as well as a myriad of creatures |
| Volcano, another active volcano here in Costa | | | | like amphibians and insects. Get a different thrill as |
| Rica. Here, you will be taken to El Mirador where | | | | you walk through its trails with vines hanging from |
| you are in a safe distance to view the volcano's | | | | trees and the songs of the birds and insects. |
| eruption. The hot lava flow is a nice view when | | | | |