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Quick facts
- Costa Rica is home to Arenal Volcano, which erupted over 40 times between 1968 and 2010, making it one of the most active volcanoes in the world.
- The Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve hosts over 2,500 plant species, including the rare and endangered Quetzal bird, making it a biodiversity hotspot.
- Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula contains 2.5% of the world's biodiversity within its 1,000 square kilometers, showcasing a unique array of flora and fauna.
- The country was the first in Central America to abolish its army in 1949, redirecting those resources to education and health care, resulting in a literacy rate of over 97%.
- Costa Rica has over 800 miles of coastlines, which are home to both the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea, featuring diverse ecosystems and stunning beaches.
Travel details
- Country
- Costa Rica
- Wind (now)
- 1 km/h
- Coordinates
- 9.7489, -83.7534
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