ABOUT COSTA RICA
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COSTA RICA
Costa Rica has become an international destination for travelers who seek an understanding of its bio-ecological environment, walk the rain forests, enjoy its beautiful beaches, roam its volcanoes, explore its lovely smaller communities, and experience some of the country's national holidays. Planned excursions, weekend trips, and a two-week travel period allow participants to acquire an understanding of the country outside San Jose.
Size and Location
In a territory of only 51,100 km2 (19,929 square miles), located in Central America,Costa Rica is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean to the West and the Atlantic Ocean to the East, Nicaragua to the North and Panamá to the South. Although Costa Rica has such a small territory, it has approximately 6% of the world's biodiversity.
Climate/Weather
So what is the weather like?
Because of its location, Costa Rica has a tropical climate, with an average temperature of 27º C / 80º F year round. Its rainy season starts in May and ends around December. The dry season starts in December and ends in late March.
Geographic Division
Costa Rica is divided into seven provinces: Alajuela, Cartago, Guanacaste, Heredia, Limón, Puntarenas, & San José. San José City, the Capital City is located in the province of San José.
Geography
Costa Rica has geographic variety. Long coastlines and beaches along the Pacific, additional beaches on the Atlantic, perfect surfing spots, several active volcanoes, rugged highlands for hiking, many rivers suitable for white-water rafting and kayaking, protected natural parks and wildlife areas invite you to enjoy Costa Rica to the fullest!
Official Language
Spanish is the official language in Costa Rica. Other native languages (e.g.) Bribri, Cabecar, Guaymi, and Maleku are only spoken by a small minority and mostly in indigenous reserves. English is spoken by many businesses and service providers in San José, and by hotel/resort employees and clerks throughout the country.
Population
4.500.000
Local currency
Colón. Exchange money and check out the most up-to-date exchange rate in local banks.
What to bring and wear
Pants, shorts, T-shirts, hiking shoes, socks and extra socks, bathing suit, sandals, waterproof sunscreen, sunglasses, light-weight hat, day pack, light rain jacket, flashlight, insect repellent, umbrella, casual attire for nights, and camera. A strap-on money holder is recommended when traveling/touring.
Want to learn more?
We encourage you to visit Costa Rica's Board of Turism website for more information. Go to http://www.visitcostarica.com/ict/paginas/home.asp
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Information taken from wikipedia
