Costa Rica General Information

The country of Costa Rica shines amidst the instability and troubles of its Central American neighbors like an inexplicable anomaly. Often described as Central America's jewel, the country’s history and strong Spanish influence has helped to shape Costa Rica into a tranquil and peaceful nation where tourists marvel at its stunning landscape, exotic wildlife and pristine coastline. Indeed, the country has devoted much resource to ensure that its natural resources and wildlife are preserved and protected for future generations, as ecotourism also plays a vital role in the Costa Rican economy. With everything from the green and soothing lushness of its forests and the expanses of white sandy beaches, Costa Rica has all the ingredients and atmosphere of an oasis for relaxation, fun and adventures and this is one of the top destination for medical tourism.

 

Facts and Figures

 

Capital: San José

Government: constitutional democracy

Currency: Costa Rican colón (CRC)

Language: Spanish (official); English

Religion: Roman Catholic (76%), Evangelical (14%)

Climate: Tropical and subtropical; dry season is usually from December to April (with March and April being the hottest) and the rainy season from May to November. Costa Rica's weather is influenced by altitude, with the highland regions being generally cooler. Expect the regions bordering the Atlantic coast to be rainy about 300 days in a year, while the regions bordering the Pacific coast is much drier. Typical temperature in San Jose ranges from its summer high of 75-80 degrees Fahrenheit to a low of 57-60 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter periods.