Ujarras ruins

Spanish School in Orosi

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January 29th 2010
We left Monteverde to head to Spanish School. We decided we would break up the journey with a night stay in Alujuela. We were definately glad we decided to do that, as it was a bit of a long and slow ride from Monteverde. Unfortunately, we were on a shuttle with no air'conditioning - so it was a bit uncomfortable, but as always an adventure. Most of the journey was along the Pan American Hig ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Costa Rica » Cartago

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Costa Rica is a Central American success story: since the late 19th century, only two brief periods of violence have marred its democratic development. Although still a largely agricultural country, it has expanded its economy to include strong techn... ... read more