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Granada: Mombacho Volcano
By Explore Costa Rica Staff
Feb 2, 2006, 14:33

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Granada: Mombacho Volcano

Granada's Mombacho Volcano is situated within the Natural Park of Volcan Mombacho and is 1400 metres high. It's been extinct for many years and is fully covered with vegetation. This has created a rich ecosystem and home to 50 species of mammals,174 species of birds, 30 of reptiles and 750 species of flora.


You can reach the top by foot or with special tracks with double traction. A scientific laboratory and a small museum have been built on its peak. It is possible to set off on various well marked tracks which edge the main extinct crater. Natural sounds are amplified by the crater.

Along the tracks, round holes that release water vapour are found. Stop for a break at the panoramic point to admire Cocibolca lake, the Apoyo lagoon and the city of Granada.

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