Puntarenas Costa Rica: This summer explore the port city

Puntarenas is the capital city of Costa Rica and regarded as the largest at the pacific coast. This oddly shaped or eponymous region is widely spread in the south, far away from Costa Rica niche. Population is about 100,000, mainly in towns and in the city. The main of attraction of Puntarenas lies within its beaches at pacific ocean where tentacles of tourists come for lounging and for surfing. Caldera is among the country's main ports which regularly fetch ferries carrying vehicles from Nicoya Peninsula to Puntarenas. Also, it is considered the possible stop point for tourists of Monteverde, an island further inside the city.Take a look...A Quick Overview: - The Largest province of Costa Rica is Puntarenas. The principle attraction would be found mainly on the pacific coast. The islands of Gulf of Nicoya are set within the surroundings of this region as well as in some parts of Talamanca and Tilaran Mountain ranges. The area of this province is estimated to be about 11.276 SQ. Km with a population of 350,000 (100,000 in the capital, Puntarenas). The climate there is hot with an average temperature of 28 C and the altitudes lies at the sea level.Explore Puntarenas: - You can talk a soft stroll on the beaches which are main attractions amongst tourist mainly for surfing. Tourists can also walk along the beach or aptly regarded as Paseo de los Turistas, a pedestrian boulevard stretched along the southern edge of the town. Places to hang around: - Puntarenas offers travelers from around the globe an opportunity to explore various attractions such as –1. Jaco Beach: One of the main attractions of Puntarenas is the Jaco beach. Number of holidaymakers arriving here is more than anywhere in the coastal resorts of Costa Rica. The tentacles of tourists mainly come here for relaxing, sailing or surfing. 2. Carara Biological Reserve: Situated near Jaco beach, Carara Biological Reserve is unique place in Puntarenas where variety of wild life and plant life can be seen. The main reason behind is the change in the atmosphere due to dry air from north clashing with the humid air in the south. 3. Cano Island: The Island is situated off the coast of Costa Rica. Once used for ceremonial activities, this island is best place to explore the evergreen forest which is a hub to rubber trees and locusts. It is only one square mile long and only 90 meters above the sea altitude.Tourists from around the world are attracted to sea activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, and exploring deep seas coral reef. 4. Cocos Island National Park: Located 200 miles off the coasts, it's still a part of Puntarenas region. This island was once regarded as the pirate's hub in the 1600 due to the presence of numerous treasures in the vicinity. The plus point of this island lies in its natural beauty. People from around the world are in awe with its natural beauty and stunning vistas. Visitors will be able to explore numerous sea creature such as sharks (infamous hammerhead), birds and insects. Since the island is located near to the volcanic ridge, the coastal areas are made up of coral cliffs and reefs. Cuisines to try out: if you plan to explore the delicacy of Puntarenas then you must taste the national dish Gallo Pinto- a mix of rice and black beans. One would see a herd of sea food in the menus as it's the same like other coastal places.A vacationer willing to explore Costa Rica has to look no further than the Puntarenas province. The natural beauty of this exotic land can make anybody spellbound.