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- Destinations
- South America
- Costa Rica
- The Caribbean Lowlands
- Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, simply known as Puerto Viejo, is a
dusty little village lying between the forested mountains of
Talamanca and the sea and features excellent surfing, an
interesting mix of Afro-Caribbean and Bribri indigenous cultures,
and delicious local food. The seven miles (12km) of coastline
between Puerto Viejo and Manzanillo further east is one of the most
stunning stretches in Costa Rica, and features popular beaches such
as Playa Cocles, Playa Chiquita and Punta Uva. There are many other
activities in the area including fishing and horse riding, cultural
tours and home stays, as well as excursions to the nearby Cahuita
National Park.
Information & Facts
Language
Spanish is the official language, but English is widely
spoken.
Money
The Costa Rican Colón (CRC) is divided into 100 céntimos and is
the official currency, although US Dollars are also widely
accepted. US Dollars and travellers cheques can be exchanged in
banks and many hotels. Banks charge a service fee for cashing
travellers cheques and currency other than US$ is difficult to
exchange. Using black market exchange options is risky as they have
been known to pass on counterfeit bills printed in Colombia. Banks
close anywhere from 3pm to 6pm. Major credit cards are widely
accepted, although American Express and Diners Club might be more
limited. ATMs are available in major towns throughout the country,
but it is advisable to always have some local cash handy.
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