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Monteverde
Founded by quakers from the USA who took a religious stand to not take part in any war or preparation for war during the build-up prior to the Korean War, and who found a safe haven in this country without an army, it still retains a North American feel yet is less of a town than a spread of dwellings couched off the main through-road. It was chosen by its founding fathers for its cool climate in aid of dairy farming. The town is now moving towards eco-tourism as a more sustainable income source.
Quakers still form a considerable population alongside the native 'Ticos' - in fact, they run a medium-sized bilingual school. There are currently three main Quaker families - the Guindons, the Rockwells and, the Beeche-Campbell's.
| In Spanish, Monteverde means "green mountain" and it is one of the most interesting and most popular tourist destinations in Costa Rica. Best known for the world famous Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, there are a number of other reserves and activities in this area. For nature-lovers and bird watchers, Monteverde is a natural destination. |
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