San Jose
National
Theater: Historic landmark with magnificent murals and
interior decoration. Classical opera, and other performance
at night.
Whitten
Collection: World's largest butterfly collection, magnificently
displayed.
Pre-Columbian
Gold Museum: Superb collection of pre0columbian gold
figurines, ornaments, etc.
National
Museum: Displays recording Costa Rica's history and cultures
from pre-Columbian days to the contemporary setting. Housed
in an old fort.
Central Highlands
Poas
Volcano: Drive-up volcano with active fumaroles , viewing
platforms, good geological displays, nature trails, and stunning
views on clear days.
Butterfly
Farm, La Guacima: Entertaining and enlightening breeding
farm with walk-through display areas and guided tours.
Cafe
Britt: Working coffee finca with guided tours, folkloric
show, and coffee tasting.
Guayabo
National monument: The nation's only pre-Columbian archeological
site of significance; an intriguing entree into Costa Rica's
Indian heritage. Good birding.
.Irazu
Volcano: The world's highest drive-up volcano. Stunning
scenery en route.
Much
of the information on our site as it relates to Costa Rica is:
Courtesy
of Christopher P. Baker and Avalon Travel Publishing.
© 2004 Christopher P. Baker. All Rights Reserved.
Spanish Abroad, Inc. highly
recommends Christopher P. Baker's book: Moon
Handbooks Costa Rica. Click on the image to
visit his website where you can purchase this book or find out
more about the author.
