In Cartago you will find a very big variety of activities for your vacation, as well as National Parks and monuments. Is a great place to enjoy of the rural tourism while learning about the culture and history.
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Attractions
Fewer than 30 miles from Orosi, the Irazu volcano is Costa Rica’s most frequently visited tourist sight.
The site of a summer pilgrimage for more than a million people, the basilica is most revered religious site in Costa Rica.
A 45 minute drive north of Orosi on the road to Volcan Irazu, the Sanatorio Duran is an abandoned hospital believed to be the most haunted site in Costa Rica.
Just 30 miles from Orosi lies the most important archeological site in the entire country.
The Orosi valley is home to several hot springs, providing relaxing and therapeutic experiences for both families and couples.
Tapanti National Park, Costa Rica’s second largest cloud forest, is a very popular attraction in the Orosi valley.
The Cartago province’s chief attraction for flower lovers features a scenic Japanese garden and over 1000 types of orchids.
Orosi’s historic and picturesque church and museum are the town’s most easily reachable attractions.
Offering majestic views of the valley below, this scenic overlook and picnic area is only 3.5 miles from Orosi making it a popular destination for hikers and cyclists.
This family-run woodworking studio maintains a unique tradition of creating artistic sculptures from gnarled coffee-wood branches.
The area’s most important engineering project, the Cachi Dam generates white water on the Reventazon River suitable for rafting and can be reached easily on the way to the ruins of Ujarras and other nearby attractions.
Just ten miles away, Escalada Cachi is the Orosi area’s premier rock climbing destination.
The Cartago province offers unique and exciting tours which will appeal to rafters of all ages, skills, and experience levels.
The best horseback riding tours in the Orosi Valley.
Paragliding is perhaps the most exciting activity available in Turrialba.
The ruins of Ujarras are a free historic sight not far from Orosi. A nearby mirador provides a spectacular overlook of the surrounding area.
The best coffee in Costa Rica is grown organically in the Orosi Valley.
Charrarra provides outdoor activities fun the entire family, including the area’s only volleyball and tennis courts.
A private nature reserve less crowded than Tapanti National Park containing abundant fauna and flora, Monte Sky features an impressive 300 foot high waterfall.
Visitors looking to catch and eat their own fish are well served by the Orosi Valley.
Visitors to Orosi looking to relax in a natural setting will find an experience to fit any budget.
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