A Harmonious Journey Amongst Nature
A Harmonious Journey Amongst Nature
A beautiful and serene location that is a haven for nature lovers El Yunque rain forest offers a refreshing and soothing getaway from city life. Occupying a very small area in actuality the rainforest only consists of crescent shaped band on the wind facing side of the El Yunque mountains and lies within the El Yunque National Forest Reserve. While not a minute area it is relatively small in comparison to other rainforests. Its main characteristics are a strong presence of epiphytes and Sierra Palms.
However while there is a large variety of plant life that grows here this is not the main draw for visitors. The real drawing point for visitors is the unique atmosphere that is present here. Discover a tranquil paradise with clear running water relaxing gushes of wind and clean air that provides a harmonious retreat away from the busy city life. This is definitely a venue to visit for nature lovers.
Climbing the mountain that is located here provides an interesting change in climate as one reaches the top. Here visitors can observe an area that is sparse with life as the climate gets harsher at the top. Another noteworthy feature that presents itself here is the fog that can be seen on some days providing a unique environment.
Several endangered species also call the forest home including the Puerto Rican Parrot and indigenous tree frogs. Many will also be reassured by the fact that there are no poisonous snakes located in the forest ensuring that it is an extremely safe environment.
There is also an art gallery that relates to the eco friendly nature of the forest; the El Yunque Art Gallery hosts a range of organic paintings and structures. The art gallery is located in the town of Palmer that is located just before the road that leads to the rainforest. Visitors to the rain forest should not pass up the opportunity to visit the gallery as it presents an interesting collection of artwork.
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