Turrialba Attractions
At an elevation of 650m/2,132ft above sea level lies the small town of Turrialba. Found on the Caribbean slope of the Cordillera Central, the town is on the banks of the Turrialba river. The area produces sugarcane, bananas and coffee and the town and surrounding district have a population of 70,000.
Turrialba experienced a depression when a new highway diverted traffic en route from San José to Puerto Limón. Once a major stopping point on the old highway, Turrialba lost many visitors when the new highway opened and led travellers through another town.
However, in the 1980s the interest in river running grew and Turrialba, because of its proximity to a number of rivers, became a kayaking and rafting center. Today, the relaxing town is a haven for international white-water fans.
Turrialba experienced a depression when a new highway diverted traffic en route from San José to Puerto Limón. Once a major stopping point on the old highway, Turrialba lost many visitors when the new highway opened and led travellers through another town.
However, in the 1980s the interest in river running grew and Turrialba, because of its proximity to a number of rivers, became a kayaking and rafting center. Today, the relaxing town is a haven for international white-water fans.
