Costa Rica's Monteverde (the Green Mountain), is often nestled
amongst the clouds. One first views it after about a three and
a half hour journey from the capital. To those with a romantic
bent, it truly appears as a Shangri-la; a rich, verdant mountain
top standing in stark contrast to the deforested slopes below.
First and foremost to the visitor, it will stand out as a region
of incredible ecological richness. It can boast of over 350 orchids
native to the area, and has registered one of the highest bird
counts in the world.
Monteverde is truly a Mecca of biological study and conservation.
A variety of biologists reside full time in the zone. Hundreds
of students participate in university and high school level courses
that run from one week to a semester. At any given time up to five
research projects are underway. This academic foundation has been
instrumental in supporting ever greater initiatives in conservation. Hostels in Monteverde |
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