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Overview

Costa Rica, officially known as the Republic of Costa Rica, is a country in Central America. It is bordered by Nicaragua to the north, the Caribbean Sea to the northeast, Panama to the southeast, the Pacific Ocean to the southwest, and Ecuador to the south of Cocos Island. It has a population of around 5 million in a land area of 51,060 square kilometers. An estimated 333,000 people live in the capital and largest city, San Josรฉ, with around 2 million people in the surrounding metropolitan area. The sovereign state is a unitary presidential constitutional republic. It is known for its long-standing and stable democracy, and for its highly educated workforce, most of whom speak English. The country spends roughly 6.9% of its budget (2016) on education, compared to a global average of 4.4%.

Costa Rica - Quick Facts

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Languages

Spanish

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Continent

North America

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Population

5.09 million

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Capital City

San Jose

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Best Time to Visit

December to April

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Drinkable Tap Water

Yes, in most areas

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Religion

Roman Catholicism

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Plug Type

Type A

Safety

Overall Safety

7.0/10

Solo Female Travel

7.0/10

LGBTQ Safety

8.0/10

Travel Advisory

Level 2 - Exercise increased caution

Costa Rica is generally safe, with lower crime rates than many other Latin American countries. However, visitors are advised to exercise caution, especially in isolated areas.

Remember to get your travel insurance! Our recommended insurer is SafetyWing

Budget

Currency

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Cost of Living

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