Parque Francisco Alvarado, Costa Rica
From series “Top 16 Most Unusual and Original Parks and Gardens”
The major attraction of Costa Rica is Parque Francisco Alvarado that can be called a real masterpiece of the landscape design. In this park, visitors will have an opportunity to see incredibly beautiful and amazing mazes of living plants, as well as living sculptures covered with moss. They represent the most unusual decoration of the park. Some sculptures are partly made of stone and complemented with plants. A special moss that allows creating a simulation of living sculptures is cultivated on the rocks.
The original park is located in the small town of Zarcero. The place had gained its name in honor of the famous writer Francisco Alvarado. The garden has a rather large scale and a variety of complex sculptures. It’s hard to imagine that over the years the garden is looked after by only one man, the gardener Evangelista Blanco Brenes. The history of the park is very amazing. It was founded about 50 years ago.
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Useful staff nearby
ATM bankomat: 'Banco Nacional' located in 14 km (
check the route on the map).
check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'De Bourbon Rent A Car' is located in 27 km (
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on the map).
Fuel station: 'BOMBA SANTA INES' in 1.68 km
Supermarket: 'Super Maria Auxiliadora' in 2.36 km
Parking: 'Parqueo Lazo' in 28 km
Apotheek: 'FARMACIA SAN RAFAEL, FARMACLUB' in 1.55 km
Police station: 'Delegación de Policía Grecia' in 16 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Mirandas Sport Bar y Restaurante' in 1.55 km
Railway station: 'Estación de Tren Río Grande' in 25 km
Nearest airports:
» Juan Santamaria International Airport SJO - in 30 km
» Carrillo Airport RIK - in 122 km
» Gustavo Rojas Pinilla International Airport ADZ - in 397 km
» Juan Santamaria International Airport SJO - in 30 km
» Carrillo Airport RIK - in 122 km
» Gustavo Rojas Pinilla International Airport ADZ - in 397 km
Cities nearby
Best hotels near Parque Francisco Alvarado
Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel & Nature Reserve
Located in 8 km from Parque Francisco Alvarado
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Rooms: 34
Route on the map:
Rooms: 34
Set out like a small village, Villa Blanca's spacious cabins have an open fireplace and a porch or terrace. Each cabin has elegant decor and handmade … More: photo, rates and booking
El Silencio Lodge & Spa
Located in 12 km from Parque Francisco Alvarado
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Rooms: 15
Route on the map:
Rooms: 15
Each comfortable Suite at this hotel features bamboo ceiling tiles, a terrace and a gas fireplace. There is a seating area and a private bathroom … More: photo, rates and booking
Anahata Retreat Center
Located in 13 km from Parque Francisco Alvarado
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Rooms: 9
Route on the map:
Rooms: 9
The spacious rooms offer tiled floors, wardrobe and either shared or private bathroom including free toiletries. Towels and linen are provided and … More: photo, rates and booking
Hotel High Dreams - Adult Only
Located in 14 km from Parque Francisco Alvarado
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Rooms: 8
Route on the map:
Rooms: 8
Hotel High Dreams has a spa with a massage room, hot tub, sauna and Turkish baths. There are also indoor and outdoor pools, including an infinity … More: photo, rates and booking
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Top destination around Parque Francisco Alvarado - Escazu
The capital of the country is named San Jose. This place attracts travellers by its mild climate and unique atmosphere. At a glance the city may look like an ancient Spanish settlement, because here have survived numerous old houses. However, near them you will see new tall buildings created according to best traditions of modern architecture. The center of the city is defined by the Plaza de la Cultura. Museum of gold, National Theater and the newest Informational Centre are located around this square.
National Museum and Park Espania are just nearby. On weekdays the garden features works of local artists. Besides that tourists are offered to attend an excursion to San Jose Cathedral, see the exhibitions of Museum of Insects, Museum of Criminalistics, and Museum of History of Press. Agree, such choice of cultural facilities is truly amazing and close proximity of the sights opens up huge opportunities for sightseeing and doesn’t create any obstacles for curious travellers.
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