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San José ( Spanish San José, pronounced&_160;[?san xo'se]) is the capital and largest city of Costa Rica. Located in the Central Valley, San José is the seat of national government, the focal point of political and economic activity, and the major transportation hub of this Central American nation. Founded in 1738, San José is one of the youngest capital cities in Latin America by year of conception, though it was not named capital until 1823.[1] Today it is a modern city with bustling commerce, brisk expressions of art and architecture, and spurred by the country's improved tourism industry, it is a significant destination and stopover for foreign visitors.[2] The population of San José Canton is 346,799,[3] though the metropolitan area stretches beyond the canton limits and comprises a third of the country's population. San José exerts a strong influence on a wider range because of its proximity to minor cities (Alajuela, Heredia and Cartago) and the country's demographic assemblage in the Central Valley.[4] The city lies at a mean elevation of 1,161 m above sea level, and enjoys a stable climate throughout the year, with an average temperature of 23C (73F) and annual precipitation of 1800&_160;mm, more than 90% of it falling in the rainy season from May to November.[5]
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1. World Cup Qualifier- Mexico Faces Costa Rica on Saturday
September 09, 2009
In a very decisive match, Mexico will face Costa Rica in San Jose on Saturday for the World Cup Qualifier of the CONCACAF. The game, the first that Mexico plays in San Jose for this year’s World Cup qualification, is an important one. Costa Rica is just three points ahead of El Tri; if the Mexicans win the match, they can equalize the score, while if Los Ticos win, they will gain a lead on Mexico and maintain first place in the standings.
The first encounter between Mexico and Costa Rica occurred in El Tri’s home territory, with the Mexicans winning 2-1 in a game that showed lackluster p... (read more)
Author: Audrey Nolan
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2. No Agreement on Proposal to End Honduras Crisis
July 19, 2009
Milton Jimenez (l), member of the delegation of ousted Honduras' President Manuel Zelaya, talks to Costa Rica's President Oscar Arias after negotiations San Jose, Costa Rica, 11 Jul 2009The Honduran crisis talks in Costa Rica ended late Saturday without reaching an agreement, but both sides say they will return to the negotiating table Sunday. Costa Rican President Oscar Arias, who is attempting to mediate a resolution to the crisis, acknowledged little progress has been made in how to end the dispute over a June 28 coup that toppled Honduran President Manuel Zelaya and sent him into exile. Mr... (read more)
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3. Pager Company in Costa Rica uses Mobile Printers
July 21, 2009
Mobile printer survives being run over! San Jose, Costa Rica
Hans Kuhlmann of Hyco Sistemas, San Jose, Costa Rica tells of how durable mobile printers are.
The company provides pager services in Costa Rica. The company employs motorcyclists who ride around San Jose collecting payments from some of its customers. These riders use a touch screen terminal and a mobile printer.
Recently, one of the mobile printers was dropped from a moving motorcycle and hit the pavement. While on the street, as luck would have it, a car ran over the printer! Although there was a little damage, the ... (read more)
Author: Andrea Percival
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4. Ousted Honduran President Arrives in Nicaragua for Presidents' Meeting
June 29, 2009
Ousted Honduran President Manuel Zelaya in San Jose, Costa Rica, 28 Jun 2009Ousted Honduran President Manuel Zelaya has arrived in Nicaragua, following his removal from office Sunday by Honduran soldiers.The military detained Mr. Zelaya and sent him to Costa Rica in the early-morning hours Sunday -- the day he set for a referendum on changing the constitution to allow him to run for another term. Mr. Zelaya arrived in Nicaragua from Costa Rica late Sunday for a scheduled meeting of Latin American presidents Monday.The man Honduran lawmakers have appointed as acting president after the ouster o... (read more)
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5. Journey Travel Packages in Costa Rica - Your Costa Rica journey Starts in San Jose .
June 22, 2009
Costa Rica journey Travel Packages San Jose is the capital city of Costa Rica and is conveniently found in the center of the country, providing visitors with quick access to many of the country's most well-liked activities. The city lies in the middle of the Meseta Central, or Central Valley, and enjoys a pleasing climate year round with temperatures that have a tendency to hover around 70 degrees Fahrenheit.History & CultureThanks to its central location and its standing as the capital town, San Jose and the surrounding valley is home to above 2 thirds of the state's whole population. The cit... (read more)
Author: Merle Sanchez
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