Para Boste

Places of Interest

Arikok National Park

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Arikok National Park, covering 7,907 acres in the northeastern region of Aruba, was officially established in 2000. Approximately 20% of Aruba's total land area is designated as a National Park, dedicated to safeguarding the park's biodiversity, geological formations and historical and cultural significance.

Jamanota

Scenic viewpoint

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Jamanota is a hill situated within Aruba's Arikok National Park, reaching a height of 188 metres and holding the distinction of being the highest point on the island. Jamanota is situated 3 km southwest of Para Boste.

Quadiriki Caves

Cave

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The Quadiriki Caves, also spelled as Guadirikiri Caves or Quadirikiri Cave, are situated in Arikok National Park on the island of Aruba. These caves, located at the base of a limestone terrace, contain Amerindian petroglyphs. Quadiriki Caves is situated 2½ km southeast of Para Boste.

Places in the Area

Savaneta

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Savaneta is a town and region in southeastern Aruba. Until 1797, it was the island's capital city. It is home to the island's oldest surviving home, a 150-year-old cas di torto, or mud hut.

San Nicolaas

Town

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San Nicolaas is 19 kilometres southeast of Oranjestad, and is Aruba's second largest city. As of 2010 it has a population of 15,283, many of whom originate from the British Caribbean and the rest of the Caribbean. San Nicolaas is situated 7 km south of Para Boste.

Para Boste

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