Word is slowly spreading about the wonderous land of Costa Rica! This heavenly, peaceful Latin American nation has a little bit of something for everyone- including hundreds of thousands of species of plants and animals! Monteverde is no exception, with its vibrant color and one-of-a-kind atmosphere. Here, All Study Abroad reviews some of the treasured to be discovered in this picturesque town.
The number one must-see attraction in Monteverde is the Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve. Here, one can fly through the rainforest on a zip line, take an invigorating hike, ride a horse through the wilderness, or take one of the many tours, such as the Night Tour, the Coffee Tour, or the Canopy Tours! The Canopy Tours combine ziplining with sky bridges and other fun contraptions to stay at canopy level and get the best view of the rainforest! The preserve is an ideal hotspot for those with an interest in tropical wildlife and preservation.
The mountain town of Monteverde, believe it or not, was founded by Americans! Although this does not affect its rich environment and indigenous population, it is interesting to learn about its unique background. Many year ago, Quaker Americans fled to Monteverde to avoid the draft for the Korean War. They cultivated the land and, before you know it were designing the nature reserve to be enjoyed by many generations to come!
Spanish School in Monteverde
Spanish in Latin America