Costa Rica
By: Alejandra Rodriguez
Geography of Costa Rica
Costa Rica is located in Central America, bordering both the Caribbean Sea and the North Pacific Ocean, between Nicaragua and Panama.Its climate tropical and subtropical; dry season (December to April); rainy season (May to November); cooler in highlands.The biggest problem right now is deforestation and land use change, largely a result of the clearing of land for cattle ranching and agriculture; soil erosion; coastal marine pollution; fisheries protection; solid waste management; air pollution
San José
San José, the capital city and center of cultural life in Cost Rica with a population of about 336,537 people. Most visitors start and end in San José.
Costa Rica Flag
The White color stands for peace, wisdom and happiness. The Red color stands for the blood split by martyrs in defense of the country, as well as the warmth and generosity of the people. The stripes are in the ratio 1:1:2:1:1. The coat of arms of Costa Rica was also revised in 1848 and placed in the center of the flag.
Government
The Government type that they have is Democratic Republic. Their Independence Day, 15 September (1821). The President is Luis Guillermo SOLIS Rivera, First Vice President Helio FALLAS Venega Second Vice President Ana Helena CHACÓN Echeverría.
Costa Rican colón
$1 US dollar would be $532.32
Juan Santamaría Day
Held every April, Juan Santamaría Day commemorates the Costa Rican victory in the Battle of Rivas in 1856 against the U.S. citizen William Walker and his mercenary army.
Traditional Latin music like Salsa, Meringue, and Bachata
A music and dance originating from Africans and Amerindians in Columbia, it is very commonly heard at Costa Rican festivals.
Art
Indigenous art in Costa Rica is far less prominent and Spanish style has shaped Costa Rican architecture, especially their churches and historic buildings.
Breakfast
Eggs, toast, rice.
Lunch
Fish Sticks with fries
Dinner
Lobster with sometimes rice.
Parque Nacional Santa Rosa
It's the oldest and one of the best developed national parks in Costa Rica. It covers most of the Península Santa Elena. It protects the largest remaining stand of tropical dry forest in Central America.
Tortuguero National Park
is known for its turtle nesting. At various times of the year, green, hawksbill, loggerhead, and giant leatherback turtles lumber up the beaches here and deposit their eggs for safe keeping.
Carrillo Beach
Carrillo offers a great alternative for travelers who prefer a quiet, beach spot while still being near the action of the wildlife.