Costa Rica
Language → Spanish
Population(around) → 5,171,504
Currency → Costa Rican Colón (CRC) ₡
General weather Overview
Costa Rica boasts one of the most pleasant climates in the world,
with little seasonal variation. The climate is tropical, as it is in other equatorial nations, having
both a dry season and warm wet seasons. The coastline is considerably hotter than the center of
the nation.
Cities
San José / Capital – Manuel Antonio – Puerto Viejo – Monteverde – Tortuguero –
Corcovado – Tamarindo – Islas Murciélagos – Guanacaste – Arenal – Drake Bay
Fun facts
- Costa Rica doesn't have an army. The Costa Rican army was abolished in 1949 after a 44-day civil war that killed more than 2,000 people. Today it is known as a neutral and peaceful country
- Costa Rica has two national animals, though, surprisingly they are not sloths, monkeys, jaguars, whales, or frogs! The national land animal is actually the white-tailed deer, chosen for its traits that symbolize Costa Ricans. These deer are known for strength, peace, energy, fertility, and prosperity
- Sloths are one of the most popular animals you can spot in Costa Rica. They are lazy creatures that sleep between 15 and 18 hours a day and have the lowest metabolic rates of any mammal. It can take them up to 30 days to digest a single leaf. You can spot them almost everywhere
Some popular local foods
Gallo Pinto, Olla de Carne, Casado, Sopa Negra, Tamal de Maicena,
Patacones, Tártaras Cocadas, Churchill, Ensalada Rusa, Palmito Cheese, Chorreadas,
Empanadas, Chifrijo, Tamales
Some native animals:
Sloths, Ocelot, White-faced capuchin, Coati, Peccary, Tapir, Basilisk
lizard, Red-eyed tree frog, Scarlet macaw, Resplendent quetzal, Jaguar
Couple of reasons to visit
- Costa Rica's forests look like they're straight out of a Jurassic Park movie with their long-hanging vines, year-old trees, huge foliage, and a misty atmosphere. Take a hike through the rainforests and cloud forests and be amazed by the unique fauna and flora that exist there
- For the thrill-seekers, Costa Rica doesn’t disappoint. Almost all activities can be found in this country! There is something for just about anyone. Activities consist of zip-lining via the treetops, trekking to waterfalls, on foot throughout suspension bridges with inside the cloud forest, breathtaking, unforgettable white-water rafting with a volcano backdrop, taking a wildlife-crammed boat experience via the jungle waterways, horse riding alongside the seaside, and lots more
- Costa Rica is one of the top ecotourism destinations. You can enjoy a guilt-free visit without worrying about how your trip might impact the environment and other sustainability issues. The country has taken measures and is well on its way to full sustainability. You will find many eco-friendly hotels and lodges across the country
- Costa Rica offers a vast range of gorgeous beaches! From fine white sand beaches to gold sand ones, and even black sand beaches
