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Puntarenas-Beaches and
Islands of the Gulf
Puntarenas is one of the most important
tourist regions of Costa Rica. Its coasts are decked by plenty of islands,
inlets, beaches and beautiful natural treasures, which makes Puntarenas a
tourist destiny by excellence. Its territory offers a wide range of attractions
supported by the sun and the beach, which are complemented with protected
zones, continental and insular areas.
Scattered along the gulf
are a number of picturesque islands that if properly developed have the
potential to become primary tourist attractions. Among these island gems is San
Lucas Island, a formal penal colony; Chira, which boasts a small community, and
Tortuga Island, a lush tropical oasis and the most visited of the
group.
In this region,various ecosystems are home to numerous
plant and animal species that are protected in several wilderness areas. Also
included within this zone is Cocos Island, which, though almost 600 kilometers
from the port of Puntarenas, falls under this province´s
jurisdiction.
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