Costa Rica
Capital
San José
Population
~5.2 million
Currency
Costa Rican Colón (CRC)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- Spanish
- Religion
- Christianity (Catholic)
- Climate
- Tropical; hot and humid year-round with a rainy season (May to November)
Culture & History
Known for: ecotourism, no standing army, and a high quality of life
Also famous for: rainforests, beaches, and coffee production
Food: Gallo Pinto (rice and beans)
Brief History
Spanish colony; gained independence in 1821; stable democracy and economy; known for environmental conservation