Religious sites in Costa Rica

Historic Religious Sites

Costa Rica’s religious architecture ranges from 18th-century colonial structures to bold modernist cathedrals. This collection features historical landmarks like the ruins of Ujarrás and the Colonial Church of Orosi, one of the country's oldest functioning temples. In San José, sites like the Metropolitan Cathedral showcase neoclassical and baroque influences, while regional cathedrals in Liberia and Puntarenas exhibit unique mid-20th-century concrete designs. These sites provide insight into the nation's heritage through intricate woodwork, imported stained glass, and significant colonial history.