| Population: 350,000 |
| Area: 11,276 square km |
| Capital: Puntarenas |
| Altitude: Sea level. |
| Distance from San José: 130 kms |
| Climate: Hot, average temperature 28 C |
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The province of
Puntarenas is located on the Pacific coast and covers an extensive amount of
territory lined with white sandy beaches.
Its capital, the port of Puntarenas, lies on a narrow strip of land protruding into the Gulf of Nicoya, only about 70 miles away from San José.
The port of Puntarenas is the nation's main fishing port and shipping center.
And not to be forgotten: The
Monteverde Biological Rain Forest reserve and
Manuel
Antonio National Park,
a fascinating resort because of its forested hills bathed by a warm sea. It
is a favorite for aquatic sports lovers.
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- Cabo Blanco Strict Nature Reserve - Curú National Wildlife Refuge - Carara Biological Reserve - Manuel Antonio National Park - Ballena National Marine Park - Marenco Biological Reserve - The International Costa Rican- Panamenian Friendship Park. - Botanical Garden Catherine and Robert Wilson - Corcovado National Park
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