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Costa Rica, officially the Republic of Costa Rica (Spanish Costa Rica or República de Costa Rica, Spanish pronunciation [re'pußlika ðe 'kosta 'rika]), is a republic in Central America, bordered by Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the east-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.[1] Among Latin American countries, Costa Rica ranks 4th in terms of the 2007 Human Development Index, and 48th worldwide.[2] Costa Rica is ranked 5th in the world in terms of the 2008 Environmental Performance Index, up from the 15th place in 2006.[3][4] In 2007 the government of Costa Rica stated that they want to be the first country to become carbon neutral by 2021.[5][6][7]

In Pre-Columbian times the indigenous people, in what is now known as Costa Rica, were part of the international Intermediate Area located between the Mesoamerican and Andean cultural regions. This has recently been updated to include the influence of the Isthmo-Colombian area. It was the point where the Mesoamerican and South American native cultures met.

The northwest of the country, the Nicoya Peninsula, was the southernmost point of Nahuatl (named after Nitin) cultural influence when the Spanish conquerors (conquistadores) came in the sixteenth century. The central and southern portions of the country had Chibcha influences. However, the indigenous people have influenced modern Costa Rican culture to a relatively small degree, as most of these died from diseases such as smallpox[8] and mistreatment by the Spaniards.

The first European to reach what is now Costa Rica was Christopher Columbus in 1502.[9] During Spanish Colonial times, the principal city in Central America was Guatemala City. Costa Rica's distance from this hub led to difficulty in establishing trade routes and was one of the reasons that Costa Ricans developed in relative isolation and with little oversight from the Spanish Monarchy ("The Crown"). While this isolation allowed the colony to develop free of intervention by The Crown, it also contributed to its failure to share in the prosperity of the Colonies, making Costa Rica the poorest Spanish Colony in Central America.[10] Costa Rica was described as "the poorest and most miserable Spanish colony in all Americas" by a Spanish governor in 1719.[11]

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1. How to Assess a Costa Rica Real Estate Project
September 04, 2008

If you are thinking of buying a piece of real estate, regardless of where it is in the world, you probably already have in your mind what you want to achieve. Knowing your goals will help you make better and wiser buying decisions. You can seek out professional advice from financial advisers or real estate consultants if you like. These professionals will help you work on the details on how to get to where you want to go. For example, you may be thinking of buying a property for investment purposes. Or you may be thinking of buying a piece of property for retirement purposes. Whatever you... (read more)

Author: Darren Chow

2. Costa Rica Tourist Spots, Places To See in Costa Rica
August 29, 2008

Costa Rica is for anyone that would like to hide himself/herself in the nature. Home to a rich variety of plants and animals, Costa Rica is a fascinating travel destination. Its ecotourism has worldwide fame. It offers plenty of outdoor activities. Especially, Costa Rica offers world-class waves for surfing. Located in Central America, Costa Rica is a country of extraordinary sights. It is no suprise that such a place is among the most visited countries especially by the ones who are seeking adventure. Costa Rica is an exotic travel destination thanks to its natural beauties. This country... (read more)

Author: Gokhan Ozbal

3. Tales of the Guaro - Costa Rica
August 22, 2008

Every country has a unique beverage it claims as its own. In Costa Rica, the beverage of choice is Guaro. Beverages There is a certain national pride associated with claiming an alcoholic beverage. Think of Mexico and tequila immediately comes to mind. Vodka, of course, goes with Russia. Visit Greece and an ouzo headache can’t be far behind. Aquavit in Sweden will definitely turn your head…and stomach. Costa Rica, of course, couldn’t miss out on the fun. Guaro Depending on which bartender you speak to, Guaro is either a mind erasing alcohol beverage... (read more)

Author: Sudhir Moudgil

4. Cheap and affordable Same Day Dental Implants at Costa Rica
August 21, 2008

Getting your Same Day or Immediate Load Dental Implants done in Costa Rica can be an ideal way to get the sparkle back in your smile. Costa Rica has always been a well-known and affordable medical and dental tourism destination. Same day dental implants are more advantageous for you than their traditional counterparts. Here's how: Same Day/Immediate Load Dental Implants Vs. Traditional Implants Same Day/Immediate Load Dental Implants are: Fast and easy: The dentist inserts a titanium post and then a temporary tooth/crown over it. The entire thing is done in not more than 15 to 20 ... (read more)

Author: Viju Hegde

5. Traveling to Costa Rica - Cheap Travel is At Hand
August 20, 2008

For your next trip to Costa Rica, cheap travel is a way to help you save money. You can save on flights and travel around the country, but you do have to search for deals. One of the ways that you can get cheap flights is to search online at discount travel sites. If your dates are flexible, then you have a better chance of getting deals than in your dates are set ins tone. Travel during the off-season, for example, is much cheaper than if you want to visit Costa Rica during the peak tourist season from December to April. If you only have a certain time during the year when you can trave... (read more)

Author: Ling Tong

6. Top Five Activities in Costa Rica
August 20, 2008

Most people choose Costa Rica as a vacation destination for the warm sunny weather and the elegant beaches. However, there are numerous other activities in Costa Rica that will provide you with the vacation of a lifetime. This is a country rish in scenery, wildlife, ecology and more. 1. Canopy Tour. Take a canopy tour of the Monteverde rainforest.on Sky Trek. This is a canopy tour with a difference because it is on a larger scale than other tours of this nature in other countries. There are more zip lines, platforms and suspension bridges. You don't need any specific athletic ability to t... (read more)

Author: Ling Tong

7. Spend a Vacation Backpacking Through Costa Rica
August 20, 2008

If you really love scenic locations with plenty of wildlife, then you should plan to spend your vacation backpacking through Costa Rica. The best time of year to visit depends on whether or not you like crowds. From December to April is peak tourist season in this country with crowded beaches and attractions and higher prices. The rainy season during the months of June to September, which is also hurricane season is not a good time to visit because the roads often become impassable. The best time to plan your backpacking trip is from mid-October to mid-December because the temperatures are jus... (read more)

Author: Ling Tong

8. Different Ways of Travelling in Costa Rica
August 20, 2008

You have several options of traveling in Costa Rica open to you when you decide to visit this Central American country. One way is to rent a car to drive yourself around. The advantage of taking this route is that you can abide by your own schedule and stop when and where you want. Outside of the major city of San Jose, this is a very convenient way of traveling around the country. However, in the city, it is not advisable to rent a car because of the difficulty of finding available parking and the many traffic jams that occur on the streets. If you decide to rent a car, you do have to be... (read more)

Author: Ling Tong

9. Different Ways of Travel to Costa Rica - Travel
August 11, 2008

travel to Costa Rica,back packing through Costa Rica and cheap travel to Costa Rica visit http://www.CallCenterConsultant.net">If you choose Costa Rica as your next vacation destination you have many options open to you when it comes to finding ways to travel to Costa Rica. The name is Spanish for "rich coast' and Costa Rica is rich in beaches, culture and attractions. If you want to fly to Costa Rica, you can fly into one of two airports. The Juan Santamaria Airport is located in close proximity to the capital city of San Jose as well as the cities of Alajuela and Heredia. At this airpo... (read more)

Author: Ling Tong

10. Different Ways of Travel to Costa Rica
August 11, 2008

If you choose Costa Rica as your next vacation destination you have many options open to you when it comes to finding ways to travel to Costa Rica. The name is Spanish for "rich coast' and Costa Rica is rich in beaches, culture and attractions. If you want to fly to Costa Rica, you can fly into one of two airports. The Juan Santamaria Airport is located in close proximity to the capital city of San Jose as well as the cities of Alajuela and Heredia. At this airport you will find a selection of duty-free shops, souvenir shops and bookstores. There are a few restaurants and fast food estab... (read more)

Author: Ling Tong

11. RPO Leader TalentFusion Growth Aligns With Offshore Capability in Costa Rica
August 10, 2008

Boston, MA-August 4, 2008 –TalentFusion, a leader in RPO services worldwide, realizes the importance of diversity and flexibility when offering their services. The firm’s offshore office located in Costa Rica has matured and grown with the parent company over the past two years and offers the same dependable services available stateside because of their strong infrastructure and valued experience in a demanding industry. TalentFusion knows the requirements for cost effective services increase every day and recent economic concerns have initiated that decision making process of businesses.... (read more)

Author: Keith Hannaleck

12. Staying Healthy While Studying Abroad
July 30, 2008

Studying abroad has become quite popular in the last few years, thanks to the convenience of modern day forms of travel. More students than ever are taking their studies overseas in order to spend a semester in places such as France, Costa Rica, and India. However, all this travelling raises a troubling question: how do these students afford health care while abroad? What if they were to become suddenly ill or require emergency medical attention? How would they pay for their hospital visits? A number of students solve this problem by purchasing international travel health insurance before the... (read more)

Author: Paul Stanley

13. Costa Rica Luxury Real Estate Agents
July 27, 2008

Costa rica luxury real estate has been attracting expatriates from America for years now. Costa rica real estate agents say that most home owners originally come to Central America for business or pleasure – but are quickly seduced by the laidback atmosphere, lush tropical scenery and vibrant culture. This Spanish-speaking country nestled between Nicaragua and Panama is home to 4.1 million residents (as well as 1.7 million tourists) and boasts a high literacy rate (96%) and low unemployment (4.6%). The democratic republic ran by Óscar Arias Sánchez is as neutral as Switzerland and warmly encou... (read more)

Author: Adam Morien

14. American Escapee Uses Computer To Make A Living In Paradise
July 28, 2008

January 2005 I left the USA probably for many of the same reasons most do; the erosion of rights, the lawlessness of the courts, the intrusions of privacy, the omnipresence of big brother and the general mental decay of society. What once made America great, is now gone, or at best is quickly disappearing and I’d had enough. It was time to go. My wife and I packed our things, put our little dog under the seat of the plane and headed south. Not being too sure of where we’d end up, our original idea was Panama. However, we made a stop over along the way in Costa Rica five years ago, and h... (read more)

Author: Ellen Ring

15. Web Design and Search Engine Optimization Company, Diseño Web y posicionamiento
July 28, 2008

Web site design and search engine optimization has taken new dimensions in the Web2.0 era. With the stabilization of the American economy, web businesses have again started with a new zeal. Staying competitive in the new era is all about staying ahead in the search engine rankings. As a result they are taking help from professional search engine optimization companies to boost up their web rankings. Costa Rica is a country where e-commerce websites have started in a big way and as a result seo companies are in much demand as web design companies. If you are planning to launch a website in Co... (read more)

Author: Aman Srivastava

16. Costa Rica Family Adventure, Honeymoon, Vacation packages, Custom trips, Tour and Transportation
July 23, 2008

Having Visited Costa Rica, I have compiled a list of the best locations to visit. This list is by no means comprehensive or complete, it is just a checklist of all the places I would visit when I go to Costa Rica. Monteverde Cloud Forest Most famous for being associated with the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, the tiny community of Monteverde is a small village located near the entrance of the cloud forest. Monteverde was founded by the Quaker community that migrated from North America to Costa Rica in the 1950's. In town, which is actually Santa Elena, you'll find banks, ... (read more)

Author: faiza atif

17. Costa Rica's Upscale Accommodation Rentals in Jaco Beach
July 12, 2008

Jaco Beach is located on Costa Rica's famed Central Pacific Coast. The town of Jaco is situated only 90 minutes from the country's capital, San Jose, and Juan Santa Maria International Airport. Jaco Rentals are luxurious, well-appointed penthouses located in the center of Jaco only 2 blocks from the beach and across the street from great shopping, good food of many varieties, and exciting nightlife. Reasonable rates for the Jaco Rentals cover a number of complementary services. With large floor plans, maid service, high-end furniture and state-of-the-art appliances every comfort is provi... (read more)

Author: Robert Bell

18. Beautiful Costa Rica Real Estate For Sale
July 12, 2008

Costa Rica Eye Consulting is offering property in the beautiful country of Costa Rica. This is a team of professionals who are committed to finding the perfect Costa Rica property for you. Costa Rica is a politically stable country with low living costs and high quality homes. You will enjoy excellent weather because of the geographic location. Access to local foods and fruits give this country a small island feel with the convince of big city amenities. Costa Rica Eye Consulting has an easy to navigate website which makes finding your dream home or vacation prop... (read more)

Author: Robert Bell

19. Great Hotels in Costa Rica
July 14, 2008

Having Visited Costa Rica, I have compiled a list of hotels and inns that are noteworthy. This list is by no means comprehensive or complete, it is just a few hotels that I have either stayed at or had the pleasure of dealing with. Arenal Volcano Inn Arenal Volcano Inn is located 6.5 kilometer north of the catholic church of La Fortuna town. Arenal is a must visit destination for a Costa Rica vacation. Many hotels surround the Arenal Volcano, but few offer such well planned and distributed rooms as Arenal Volcano Inn. Distributed on a hill completely surrounded by nature guaranteeing its... (read more)

Author: Eric J Ken

20. Mosquito Bites - Stop the Itching
July 10, 2008

Nothing annoys more than that little buzzing noise you hear of a mosquito flying around your bedroom late at night. Well, one thing does – the itch of a bite. So, how do you go about stopping it? To figure out how to stop the itching, it first helps to understand why an itching sensation develops. Surprisingly, you will not “itch” the first time you are bitten by a mosquito. This is because the mosquito injects saliva and anti-coagulants into your skin to facilitate the feeding process. Your body will not react to these on the first bite. On subsequent ones, it will with a red bump appear... (read more)

Author: John Grimes

21. Best Places to Visit in Costa Rica
July 10, 2008

Having Visited Costa Rica, I have compiled a list of the best locations to visit. This list is by no means comprehensive or complete, it is just a checklist of all the places I would visit when I go to Costa Rica. Arenal Volcano The Arenal Volcano area is one of Costa Rica's top attractions. Only 3 hours away from San Jos, in the town of La Fortuna, stands a majestic 1,633m volcano, known to be one of the most active in the world. Despite its constant activity, the volcano is very safe to visit as long as you stay within the safety perimeter. In this area take advantage of the pristine n... (read more)

Author: Eric J Ken

22. Tropical Islands Make The Best Vacations
July 09, 2008

With tropical islands all over the world, you have a great choice when it comes to choosing an island as your vacation destination. How does spending a week on a private exclusive island in the Caribbean sound? Nekker Island is such a place that you can rent daily or weekly when the owner is not using it. However, you should be prepared to pay a steep price for this exclusivity. However when most people go to the Caribbean they choose one of the islands where there are resorts offering all kinds of packages and sightseeing tours. There are many different cruise lines that stop in at vari... (read more)

Author: Ling Tong

23. Top Costa Rica Tourist Attractions
July 09, 2008

The Caribbean island of Costa Rica is a popular tourist destination. Along with the many resorts, hotels and beaches, tourists have opportunities to enjoy beautiful scenery and exquisite shopping. However there are many natural and manmade Costa Rica tourist attractions that you should have on your itinerary when you visit this island. 1. Arenal Volcano National park and Observatory. This is an active volcano located in the San Jose area of Costa Rica. The tours usually start in the afternoon and involve about an hour's walk through lava rocks before reaching the place where you can view ... (read more)

Author: Ling Tong

24. Popular Tropical Vacation Spots in the World
July 09, 2008

There's nothing like lying on a sandy beach under a bright blue sky when you look for an exotic location for a vacation. This is why most people choose to visit the Tropics, where they can experience the sun, warmth and culture for two or three weeks a year. The Caribbean is not the only place in the world where you can find tropical islands, as there are tropical vacation spots all over the world. Bali Island is one of the most popular vacation destinations in Indonesia. It is also one of the top ten destinations in Asia. Here you will find some of the best resorts in the world with gre... (read more)

Author: Ling Tong

25. Interesting Customs and Traditions of the Costa Rican People #1
June 27, 2008

Handshaking Costa Rica is the hand-shaking capital of the world. Friends and neighbors will shake hands at each meeting, and anyone talking to one of them will also receive the hand-shake, although he may not be introduced. In the informal friend and home world, if the hand has a few fingers dirty (e.g. eating fried chicken), they will be held away and not closed during the shake. If the hand is entirely dirty (e.g. car mechanic), he will offer his arm and the other will grasp the forearm. Arriving at a small local bar, there is a good chance that you will not only shake hands with the ba... (read more)

Author: Fred Christman

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