Costa Rica

Pays · Amérique du Nord

Population 5 265 575

Superficie 51 303 km²

Fuseau horaire America/Costa_Rica

Site officiel www.presidencia.go.cr

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Costa Rica's Absolute Essentials

This collection features Costa Rica’s most significant natural landmarks and cultural hubs. It includes the active Arenal and Irazú volcanoes, the biodiverse Corcovado National Park, and the Monteverde cloud forest. Coastal highlights range from the surfing waters of Tamarindo to the white sands of Manuel Antonio. Visitors can explore the 19th-century San José Central Market for local goods or trek to the Rio Fortuna and Nauyaca waterfalls. These sites represent the country's diverse ecosystems, from volcanic peaks to tropical rainforests and marine habitats.

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Best Beaches of Costa Rica

Costa Rica’s coastline features diverse environments, ranging from the crushed shell shore of Playa Conchal to the protected leatherback turtle nesting sites at Playa Grande. This selection includes the consistent surf breaks of Santa Teresa, the calm, horseshoe-shaped bay of Playa Sámara, and the historic fishing village atmosphere of Playas del Coco. These destinations offer opportunities for snorkeling in volcanic rock tide pools and exploring coastal trails that connect secluded coves across the Guanacaste and Nicoya regions.

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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.

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Costa Rica's Natural Wonders

Costa Rica’s landscape is defined by its intense volcanic activity and dense tropical biodiversity. This collection features the perfectly symmetrical Arenal Volcano and the high-altitude Irazú Volcano, known for its vibrant crater lake. The list highlights the Osa Peninsula's Corcovado National Park, which protects 2.5% of the world's biodiversity, and the geothermal features of Rincón de la Vieja. Water-based landmarks include the chemically turquoise Río Celeste, the 70-meter La Fortuna Waterfall, and Lake Arenal, the country's largest landlocked body of water.

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Costa Rica Adventure & Sports

Costa Rica's varied landscape supports a wide range of physical activities, from professional-grade sports to ecological adventures. The Guanacaste region features championship golf courses designed by Arnold Palmer and Robert Trent Jones II, while the Monteverde cloud forest hosts extensive canopy tours. Coastal hubs like Tamarindo and Playa del Coco serve as bases for surfing and scuba diving in the Pacific, complemented by local soccer fields and municipal water parks found throughout the Central Valley and southern regions.

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Costa Rica — Carte

Informations pratiques

Devise: colón costaricain CRC ₡ · Paiements par carte · Couramment acceptées
Numéros d'urgence: 911
Électricité: Type A / Type B
120 V · 60 Hz

Langues: espagnol
Eau du robinet: Potable
Sens de conduite: À droite
Indicatif téléphonique: +506