Arenal Volcano

Arenal Volcano
Arenal Volcano

Friday, November 18, 2011

Costa Rica


COSTA RICA QUICK FACTS 

Capitol and Population 
  • San Jose 
  • 4,576,562 people  
Leader of the Country 
  • Laura Chinchilla Miranda  
Important Natural Resources  
  • Bananas 
  • Pineapples 
  • Coffe 
  • Melons 
  • Ornamental Plants
  • Sugar 
  • Beef 
  • Seafood 
Important Natural Attractions 
  • Cano Negro National Wildlife Refuge 
  • Arenal National Park 
  • Poas Volcano National Park 
  • Santa Rosa National Park 
  • 1,290 km of coastline 
Important Cultural Attractions 
  • Canopy Tours zip lines and modified ski lifts 
  • National Theater 
  • Jade Museum 
  • Simon Bolivar National Zoo and Botanical Garden 
Most Popular Dishes
  • Gallo Pinto (rice and beans)
  • Oven baked sweet plantains 
  • Tamales 
  • Arroz con leche