Costa Rica historical summary

In 1563 a permanent settlement was established in the central highlands of Costa Rica. The country remained as a colony, property of the spanish crown for some two and a half centuries. In 1821, Costa Rica became one of several Central American provinces that jointly declared their independence from Spain. read more...

General Facts of Costa Rica

Costa Rica, officially the Republic of Costa Rica  is a country in Central America, bordered by Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the south-southeast, the Pacific Ocean to the west and south, and the Caribbean sea to the east. Costa Rica was the first country in the world to constitutionally abolish its army.  read more...

Quick view of Costa Rica

In this article you will find some facts that represent a fast portrait of Costa Rica. read more...

Costa Rica Provinces

Costa Rica, officially the Republic of Costa Rica  is a country in Central America, bordered by Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the south-southeast, the Pacific Ocean to the west and south, and the Caribbean sea to the east. Costa Rica was the first country in the world to constitutionally abolish its army.   read more...