Interesting facts about Costa Rica Is a great opportunity to learn more about Central America. In addition, the country is one of the safest in Latin America.
So, here are the most interesting facts about the Republic of Costa Rica.
- Costa Rica gained independence from Spain back in 1821.
- The most environmentally friendly national parks in the world are located in Costa Rica, occupying up to 40% of its territory.
- Did you know that Costa Rica is the only neutral country in all of America?
- Costa Rica is home to the active Poas volcano. Over the past 2 centuries, it has erupted about 40 times.
- Cocos Island is located in the Pacific Ocean - the largest uninhabited island on the planet.
- An interesting fact is that in 1948 Costa Rica completely abandoned any troops. As of today, the only power structure in the state is the police.
- Costa Rica is in the TOP 3 Central American states in terms of living standards.
- The republic's motto is: "Long live labor and peace!"
- Curiously, Steven Spielberg's Jurassic Park was filmed in Costa Rica.
- In Costa Rica, there are the famous stone balls - petrospheres, the mass of which can reach 16 tons. Scientists cannot yet come to a consensus as to who is their author and what is their true purpose.
- The highest point in the country is the Sierra Chirripo peak - 3820 m.
- Costa Rica has a huge variety of wildlife on the planet - 500,000 different species.
- Costa Ricans prefer to eat bland dishes without adding spices to them. They often use ketchup and fresh herbs as spices.
- The official language of Costa Rica is Spanish, but many residents also speak English.
- In Costa Rica, drivers are allowed to drive a car (see interesting facts about cars) while intoxicated.
- There are no numbers on the buildings of Costa Rica, so famous buildings, squares, trees, or some other landmarks help to find the right addresses.
- In 1949, Catholicism in Costa Rica was declared the official religion, which allowed the church to receive partial funding from the state budget.
