Alajuela, Costa Rica

Extensión: 9.757,5 km2
Area: 3,769.1 mi2
(Third province in size: 19% of national area)
Population: 716.935 (2000 year)
Geography and Meteorology:
Elevation: 3,123 feet
Average Temperature: 74,4°F
Annual Rainfall: 59-83 inches

Alajuela extends from the central highlands to the fertile plains in the north of Costa Rica, where they presented a variety of outstanding and incredible landscapes. There are two of the most popular and active volcanoes in the country, Poás and Arenal. The main crater Poás Volcano measured one and a half kilometers in diameter, fumes and smoke exposure active. For them to have achieved fame "Geysers" world's largest. El Arenal surprises visitors with its impressive eruptions of lava and ash. Relax in the hot springs and hot-water springs in the shadow of the volcano, is the final perfect after a long day of tropical excursions. The artensanía in Sarchí is the birthplace of the famous bullock carts painted by hand.