Shopping in Interamericana Norte
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Hummingbird Gallery
This gallery just outside Monteverde reserve has beautiful photos, watercolors, art by the indigenous Chorotega and Boruca people and, best of all, feeders that constantly attract several species of hummingbird. Great photo ops include potential hot shots of the violet sabrewing (Costa Rica’s largest hummer) and the coppery-headed emerald, one of only three mainland birds endemic to Costa Rica. An identification board shows the nine species that are seen here. If you’d like a closer look, slides and photographs of the jungle’s most precious feathered gems (and other lumi-nous critters) by renowned British wildlife photographers Michael and Patricia Fogden are on display.…
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Atmosphera
An upscale Cerro Plano gallery that specializes in wood sculpture created by artists from all over Costa Rica. Several are from the Monteverde area, and the pieces run the gamut of style and function. They’re also priced accordingly, from about US$25 to US$5000. If you fall in conflicted love with some sinuous piece here, may we suggest you think it over with a massage at the in-house natural spa.
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Luna Azul
This funky boutique is decked out in celestial murals, and it’s a relaxing spot to do a little souvenir shopping for your friends…or yourself. There’s a great variety of clothing, handmade jewelry and local art up for grabs as well as various aromatherapy products. Check out the fused-glass jewelry – some of our favorite pieces here.
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Casem
Begun in 1982 as a women’s cooperative representing eight female artists, today Casem has expanded to include almost 150 local artisans, eight of whom are men. Embroidered and hand-painted clothing, polished wooden tableware, handmade cards and other work, some even priced for budget souvenir shoppers, make for an eclectic selection.
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Art House
Several rooms stuffed with colorful Costa Rican artistry is what you’ll find at the Art House. There’s jewelry, ceramic work, Boruca textiles and paintings. Though styles here differ quite a bit, it’s more along the crafty end of the artsy-craftsy spectrum. It’s a great place to find a unique local souvenir.
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Librería Chunches
A bookstore and coffee shop with a fine selection of books (many in English), including travel and natural history guides and some US newspapers and magazines. There’s laundry serviceand its bulletin board is a good source of information.
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Alquimia Artes
The work here is a tad more affordable than at some other places (check out the jewelry by Tarsicio Castillo from the Ecuadorian Andes), but this doesn’t mean its collection of wood sculpture, paintings and prints by Costa Rican artists isn’t astounding.
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Río Shanti
The real reason to come here is for a spa treatment, massage or yoga class for adults and children (be sure to call ahead for an appointment or schedule), but this calming space on the road into Monteverde also has a gallery of local art for sale.
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Artes Stulio
A working studio where you can browse the gallery and also roam upstairs to watch the artists at work. The art here is a bit more experimental and an intriguing look into the contemporary scene fostered by the magical Monteverde atmosphere.
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Jumbo Supermercado
For a good selection of international groceries including tahini, Argentinean wine and curry paste, stop by the Jumbo Supermercado, conveniently located at the intersection, to load up on supplies before heading to the beach.
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SuperCompro
The giant SuperCompro grocery store in Santa Elena has everything you could possibly need including organic produce.
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Market
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Maxi Bodega
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SuperCompro
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Palí
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SuperCompro
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Coop Santa Elena
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Bromelias Books
Don cute felt shoes before entering this bookstore, with its polished-wood Cerro Plano expanse of local arts and crafts, including some intricate batik. There are also books about the region, in particular natural history, in English and Spanish, plus lots of excellent Costa Rican and Central American music. The small amphi-theater outside the bookstore has regular theater and musical performances – be on the lookout for posters advertising events.
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