Nestled in the lush, verdant Orosi Valley of Costa Rica, the Ruinas de Ujarrás stand as silent sentinels of a bygone era.

We rank the 13 Best Places to Visit in Costa Rica. See which places our readers like the best, and vote for your favorites.

Over time, the site was forgotten, and Pura Pora’s healing waters became a well-kept secret. That changed when Avraham Kotlitzky, an adventurer captivated by Costa Rica’s history, rediscovered ...

Costa Rica is a popular retirement destination for ... This upscale suburb is close to San José and is known for its high-end attractions, fine dining and modern shopping centers.

Welcome to Costa Rica. I grew up in Costa Rica ... Costa Rican cowboys — and rich pre-Columbian and colonial history. I love to walk through the town of Nicoya, one of the first Spanish ...

The Huetar people, one of Costa Rica's most prominent indigenous group , have a rich history that dates back centuries before the arrival of Spanish ...

If you're looking for a shortlist of towns or attractions to visit while driving around the peninsula, consider the following: Costa Rica's "Gold Coast" is one of the nation's top destinations ...

Speaking of rich history, did you know that San ... For in its streets, parks, and nearby attractions, you'll find a piece of ...

From there, guests explore the historic Isla San Lucas National Park, site of Costa Rica’s former maximum-security prison, and immerse themselves in local culture at the bustling port city of ...