A small pale anole blends into the branches of Costa Rica’s upland forests.
Explore Central Valley
The Central Valley is home to Costa Rica’s capital and many neighboring towns, with farming landscapes and mountains beyond the urban centers. Discover museums, markets and local traditions alongside the natural world. Discover the stories shared by local people, support their work and help keep community spaces and natural surroundings clean.
Side-striped Palm Pitviper
A pale side stripe outlines a green snake resting among mountain branches.
