Rio Celeste is one of Costa Rica’s hidden gems, a natural wonder tucked away in the country’s lush tropical rainforest. This stunningly beautiful river, located in Tenorio Volcano National Park, is ...

The turquoise waters of the Celeste River attract visitors from far and wide to the Cordillera de Guanacaste, a volcanic mountain range that sits in the northwestern corner of the country near the ...

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The turquoise tones of Río Celeste (Spanish for “Blue River”) – one of Costa Rica’s most prominent natural jewels – “is mostly an optical phenomenon, not a chemical effect in the water,” a research ...

Atlas Obscura on Slate is a blog about the world's hidden wonders. Like us on Facebook, Tumblr, or follow us on Twitter @atlasobscura. Tenorio Volcano National Park in Costa Rica is home to a river ...

Between this compact country’s 300 beaches, healing hot springs, record-breaking biodiversity, and adrenaline-inducing activities, you’ll never be bored. As a result of volcanic activity, thermal ...

In Costa Rica, pura vida is a way of life. There's a guessable translation – "pure life" or "simple life" – but it's only by visiting the country, with your feet on the ground and your senses wide ...