Cerro Chirripó is the highest mountain in Costa Rica, with an altitude of 3,820 metres (12,533 ft). It is located in the Chirripó National Park and is noted for its ecological wealth. The high peaks in this and La Amistad International Park host important areas ofTalamancan montane forest and Costa Rican Páramo with high endemism and an extremely high biodiversity. The peaks of these mountains, because of their height, constitute sky islands for many species of plants and animals. Occasionally, snow falls on the peaks.
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| Cerro Chirripó,Costa Rica highest mountain |
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| Cerro Chirripó,Costa Rica highest mountain |
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| Cerro Chirripó,Costa Rica highest mountain |
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| Cerro Chirripó,Costa Rica highest mountain |
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| Cerro Chirripó,Costa Rica highest mountain |
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