Guayabo National Monument
Monumento nacional Guayabo
protected area in
Costa Rica
#32 in Costa Rica
Guayabo National Monument is an important archaeological site located in Costa Rica, near the city of Turrialba. It is the largest and most significant pre-Columbian site in the country, offering a glimpse into the ancient civilization that once thrived there between 1000 B.C. and 1400 A.D. The site features impressive stone structures, including roads, bridges, aqueducts, and circular mounds that were likely the foundations of homes and other buildings. Guayabo is surrounded by lush tropical forest, making it not only a historical treasure but also a natural one.
Hotels
Find hotels nearby:
Tours & Activities
Also check out
Message
Go to Planner