Geographical location of this natural paradise
Country: Costa Rica Central America's Switzerland
General Information
Location:
Bordered by Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the south, the Pacific Ocean to the west, and the Caribbean to the east.
Capital:
San José
Population:
Approximately 3,710,558 inhabitants: 96% Spanish descent, 2% African descent, 1% each Indigenous and Chinese descent
Languages:
Castilian Spanish, Creole English, and indigenous dialects
Climate:
The dry season begins at the end of December and lasts until the middle of April. The rainy season lasts the rest of the year, though it rains sporadically, rather than all day. The mountain climate is similar to that of the temperate northern climates, while at sea level, the climate is tropical.
When to go:
The busy high season begins in mid-November and lasts until the end of March. The low season begins after Easter Week.
Government:
Constitutional democratic republic
Time Zone:
GMT-6:00 (no daylight savings time)
Currency:
Costa Rican Colon
Electricity:
110V, 60Hz
COSTA RICA:
The abundant natural beauty of Costa Rica attracts tourists from all over the world. Our country has an extraordinary system of national parks and private conservation areas, which protect nearly 5% of the planet's biodiversity. Our warm country offers many gorgeous tropical forests and wild animal species. Both coasts are excellent for surfing and other aquatic sports, while our cosmopolitan capital has museums, restaurants, and fabulous nightlife. The shoe fits you here, no matter whether you prefer hiking or dancing!
Prepare yourself to enjoy the paradise that is Isla Tortuga (Turtle Island), the best tour for surf, sun and tropical adventure. Pura vida! (Pure life)