Costa Rica stands out from the rest of Central America for a long list of reasons that include social guarantees, a high literacy rate, a peaceful and democratic government and world-famous conservation efforts. How did this exceptional nation evolve? Events celebrated with great pride and events we would perhaps prefer to erase from history have sifted through the hourglass of time: from unprecedented environmental and cultural destruction, human bloodshed and strife, to the evolution of a peaceful democratic nation known globally for its successful conservation efforts, sustainable tourism development and refusal to subscribe to the idea of war. Here we provide a brief overview of the history of Costa Rica from pre-Columbian societies to the present day.
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Costa Rica Provinces

Costa Rica has seven provinces: Alajuela, Cartago, Guanacaste, Heredia, Limón, Puntarenas and San José. From the golden savannahs of Guanacaste, on the northern Pacific Coast, to the fertile volcanic soils of the central valley to the coastal rain forests of the southern Caribbean, each of Costa Rica’s provinces contains its own unique natural beauty, history and cultural identity. Learn about the climate, history, national parks and points of interest of each. Our detailed map of Costa Rica shows the location of each province.
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Climate & Geology

Costa Rica exhibits relatively pleasant tropical weather nearly year-round. A great deal of climactic diversity is found in Costa Rica, and the two predominant seasons, generally referred to as the wet season and the dry season, vary depending on the region. Although Costa Rica is a small country, its geography and topography are quite diverse. The change in average amounts of rainfall and annual temperatures as one moves from sea level into the mountains is the basis for the wide variety of life zones and species diversity in the country.
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National Parks

Costa Rica’s world-renown system of national parks and reserves protects about a quarter of its landmass. From remote turtle-nesting beaches to active volcanoes, from underground caves to the country’s tallest mountain, Costa Rica’s national parks contain the best the country has to offer.
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Costa Rica Hotels List

An outstanding vacation includes excellent hotels and accommodations. Whether in the capital city, in the jungle or on the beach, the hotels and lodges we recommend are distinguished for their location, comfort, service and warmth. Check out our authoritative list of Costa Rica hotels! Our complete online directory of recommended hotels in Costa Rica is organized by region and describes the accommodations and services of each, and is a valuable tool for any traveler planning to visit Costa Rica.
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San José Restaurants Guide

San José, Costa Rica’s capital city, boasts a variety of world-class restaurants that offer delicious Costa Rican and international cuisine. If you seek a well-prepared fondue, or Chinese, Costa Rican, French, Italian or Peruvian delights in the San José area, check out our restaurant guide. Our list of recommended restaurants includes directions how to get the each location and the telephone number for reservations.
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Costa Rica Map

Our map is quite possibly the most complete and accurate map of Costa Rica available on the Inter. Our detailed color map of Costa Rica is divided into provinces and contains important geological features such as rivers and volcanoes. Each of the seven provinces can be downloaded separately for printing. The segments can be assembled into a larger country map with a scale of 1:50,000.
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