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Guayabo

Costa Rica, Cartago

Guayabo

LocationCosta Rica, Cartago
RegionCartago
TypeNational Monument
Coordinates9.9667°, -83.6833°
Established1973
Area2.17
Nearest CityTurrialba (20 km)
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About Guayabo

The most important pre-Columbian archaeological site in Costa Rica, Guayabo National Monument preserves the remains of an ancient city inhabited from 500 BC to AD 1400. Excavations have revealed stone roads, aqueducts, mounds, and petroglyphs. The surrounding rainforest also provides excellent birdwatching.

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Where is Guayabo located?

Guayabo is located in Cartago, Costa Rica at coordinates 9.9667, -83.6833.

How do I get to Guayabo?

To get to Guayabo, the nearest city is Turrialba (20 km).

How large is Guayabo?

Guayabo covers approximately 2.17 square kilometers (1 square miles).

When was Guayabo established?

Guayabo was established in 1973.