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Sights in Costa Rica

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Squares in San Jose
Plaza de La Cultura
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The Plaza de La Cultura is almost as full of pigeons as the Piazza San Marco in Venice. The Central Market isn't too far from this
Cathedrals in Cartago
Our Lady of the Angels Basilica
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The Basilica of Los Angeles is a Catholic church where, according to tradition, someone from the slum, Puebla of the Browns, foun
Cathedrals in San Jose
Metropolitan Cathedral of San José
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The cathedral, in the heart of the city, has some great views of different places around the capital of Costa Rica. It's one of th
Churches in San Jose
Iglesia de Coronado
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The design of the church is based on the French and German Gothic style, as it has elements of both. The galleries are a small-sc
Ruins in Paraíso
Ruins of Ujarrás
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These ruins are about 70 kilometres from the capital. Located in a rural village, but for its tranquility and natural attractions,
Ruins in Cartago
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Squares in San Jose
Plaza de La Democracia
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This is one of the most famous sights to see in the Costa Rican capital. It directly overlooks the National Museum of Costa Rica,
Squares in San Jose
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Historical Monuments in San Jose
Templo de la Musica
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About two blocks away from the Plaza de la Cultura, and in the Morazon Park, this is a particularly beautiful and impressive place
Squares in San Jose
Plaza de la Libertad Electoral
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This is a symbol of the freedom of the people of Costa Rica, who are fiercely proud of their roots. It was unveiled on September 1
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Historical Monuments in San Jose
Edificio Correos
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Along with the National Theatre, the Costa Rican post office is one of the city's main historical moments, and is worth a look. It
Historical Monuments in San Jose
Centro Nacional de la Cultura
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The National Culture Centre includes several cultural and ministerial institutions like the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and is t
Universities in San Jose
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Squares in San Jose
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Bus Stations in Cariari
Cariari Bus Terminal
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I did all my travelling around Costa Rica by bus. To get from San Jose to San Jose Tortuguero you have to take route # 32 → Guápil
Bus Stations in Quepos
Quepo Bus Terminal
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From San Jose to Quepos is a distance of 174 kilometers and buses leave the bus terminal of Coca Cola, in San Jose. The distance a
Historical Monuments in San Jose
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Churches in Zarcero
San Rafael Church
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This church is situated in the most interesting part of this touristic village, opposite the Francisco Alvarado park. It is a chur
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