Introducing La Garita
This pilgrimage-worthy destination for folks who really appreciate corn is 11km west of Alajuela. At La Garita you can stop for a quick bite at a number of ‘corny’ restaurants (sorry, we couldn’t resist!), as well as visiting the largest collection of birds in Central America.
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Zoo Ave (433 8989; www.zooave.org; adult/child US$9/1; 8:30am-5pm), 10km west of Alajuela, just before La Garita, has more than 80 Costa Rican species of birds on colorful, squawking display in a relaxing parklike setting – this is a great stop for families. All four Costa Rican species of monkey as well as other critters are on view, though the ‘zoo’ is actually a breeding center that aims to reintroduce native species into the wild. There are volunteer opportunities here as well, especially if you have experience handling animals.
Last updated: Mar 2, 2009
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New highway to Jaco?
by scoot 17 February 2010
Does anyone know the easiest way to get on to the new highway to Jaco from Alajuela? I've heard a few different confusing directions and…
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Re: bus from Puriscal to Piedras Negras to Turrucares to La Garita
by paulschmidtart 13 July 2009
The Desamparaditos/ Llano Grande bus from Puriscal goes as far as the village of Picagres three times a day. The first bus is very early…
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bus from Puriscal to Piedras Negras to Turrucares to La Garita
by mtrinko 11 July 2009
Anyone know of a bus on this route? If not, any busses from San Jose to Piedras Negras?
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