Arenal volcano
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It is an Active volcano in north-western of Costa Rica around 90 km northwest of the capital. The Arenal volcano measures at least 1,633 meters. Arenal is considered as young volcano, because its age is estimated to be less than 7,500 years. It is also known as "Pan de Azúcar", "Canaste", "Volcan Costa Rica", "Volcan Río Frío" or "Guatusos Peak". The volcano is located at the center of Arenal Volcano National Park in the northern zone of the country, 15 kilometers (9.3 milles) southwest of the La Fortuna. The temperature varies from 9 °C (48 °F) in the high areas to 39 °C (192 °F) in the low areas and the annual rainfall is around 349 centimeters (137 in). In 1968 it erupted unexpectedly, destroying the small town of Tabacón.
The area around Arenal Volcano has traditionally been one of the most popular tourist destinations in Costa Rica. The area offered the opportunity to see lava running down the sides of the active volcano and hear its frequent small eruptions from a distance.
Arenal Volcano National Park Video
Arenal Volcano Artificial Lake