Arenal & the nearby town of La Fortuna offer a wide range of hotels & activities that rival any top vacation destination. It is impossible to ignore the allure & majesty of the Arenal Volcano itself. The volcano & its abundant natural hot springs, provide the stunning backdrop that makes this natural wonder an absolute must-visit in Costa Rica. Considered extinct in modern times, this sleeping giant awoke with a vengeance on July 29, 1968 with a large eruption which destroyed three villages & killed 87 people.
The current eruption period in the 7,000 year history of this picture-perfect conical volcano now produces daily displays of red-hot lava tumbling down the slopes with the signature rumblings & ash columns towering above. It is the youngest & most active of Costa Rica’s volcanoes, & is said to be one of the tenth most active in the world.Lake Arenal, Costa Rica’s largest lake is a beautiful complement to the southwest slope, not only for its natural beauty, but for the array of activities it offers as well. Additionally, the post 1968 effect tripled the area of the lake which provides hydroelectric power for Costa Ricans. Sources site between 40% & 70% of all power produced in Costa Rica comes from Lake Arenal hydroelectric.Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/1852993
