states: [costa rica]
category: natural
year: 1997
location: Province of Puntarenas, South Eastern Tropical Pacific
region: Latin America and the Caribbean
latitude/longitude: 5.5333333330, -87.0666666700
Cocos Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Costa Rica, is a remote paradise renowned for its vibrant marine life and stunning natural beauty. Surrounded by crystal-clear waters, it serves as a vital refuge for sharks, rays, and other marine species, making it a treasure for biodiversity and an exceptional diving destination.
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