La Amistad International Park

Parque internacional La Amistad
protected area in Costa Rica
#23 in Costa Rica
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by Marc Patry
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La Amistad International Park, known as Parque Internacional La Amistad, is a UNESCO World Heritage site shared by Costa Rica and Panama. Spanning approximately 500,000 hectares, it is one of Central America's largest protected areas. The park is renowned for its incredible biodiversity, housing a variety of ecosystems from tropical rainforests to cloud forests. It serves as a sanctuary for numerous species, including jaguars, tapirs, and the resplendent quetzal. Rich in cultural heritage, the park is also home to several indigenous communities, who have inhabited the region for centuries.


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