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The 5 themes of geography impact each other in many different ways. The 5 themes impact everything for a country and is how countries are created. For you country to be stable it requires all of the 5 themes to impact each other. Location impacts everything because it is the start of everything you must know the location to find out more like the regions of the country. Movement is impacted by almost everything location,  region, HEI, and place. Movement is affected by everything because it determines how much you can sell where you can sell, population, traditions moving, and so much more. HEI affects almost everything as well because if you have lots of goods that you harvest from the environment then the country will shoot through the roof and regions will start to be removed because of the resources that are being removed. This means that movement would be affected because the country could sell there resources this would also allow there location to become know as well as the customs and traditions. Region impacts everything because it determines what you can sell, where you can live, how often you can have a natural disaster happen and many more things. Place impacts everything because it determines how your country will run so that means that the regions, movement, and HEI will change thanks to the government.

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The Costa Rican people where separated based on there ancestry and the color of their skin for a long time and because of that the regions of Costa Rica where born. Now most of the indigenous tribes along with people from Africa that have darker skin live mostly in the Caribbean coast this is because of the laws that denied blacks from working anywhere else. People that are lighter live more in the Central Valley. The north is home to indian tribes that have a lighter color but are not considered to be white. In Costa Rica many people from other counties come because of some laws that make it easy to move there. Because of the segregation of Costa Rica in the 20th century most of the population still lives like that today. As the people and world change Costa Rica will probably become more diverse and everyone will live everywhere. It is slowly starting to happen but is not in a full swing yet.

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Culture of Costa Rica - history, people, women, beliefs, food, customs, family, social, marriage

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Costa Rica is on two tectonic plates which is why the country has so many volcanoes. Because of its location Costa Rica also has many earthquakes and is surrounded by mountain ranges. The tectonic plates under Costa Rica are the Cocos and the Caribbean plate. The Cocos plate is sub ducting the Caribbean plate.

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Costa Rica's geography reveals a history of cataclysm, with earthquakes, floods and volcanoes shaping its present-day landscape. A diversity of soaring mountains, dormant and active craters, black and white sand beaches, rushing rivers and powerful waterfalls grace Costa Rica's 19,653 square miles, an area smaller than West Virginia.

From north-to-south and east-to-west, Costa Rica never measures longer or wider than 200 miles. Though situated just 10° north of the equator, Costa Rica is much more than a hot and sunny tropical paradise. Rolling mountains and highland cloud forests contrast with 800 miles of Caribbean and Pacific shoreline, creating a country with four main geographical areas: the Tropical Lowlands (Caribbean and Pacific coasts), the Northern Central Plains, the Central Valley and the Northwest Peninsula.

Costa Rica's geography mainly consists of coastal plain vivisected by five towering mountain ranges: the Central Mountain Range (Cordillera Central), the Talamanca Mountain Range (Cordillera de Talamanca), the Tilaran Mountain Range (Cordillera de Tilaran), the Guanacaste Mountain Range (Cordillera de Guanacaste) and the Escazu Hills (Cerros de Escazu). Mount Chirripo, the highest point in Costa Rica at 12,450 feet above sea level, is located in the Talamanca Range.

In addition to plentiful mountains, Costa Rica boasts at least 60 volcanoes, five of which are active (Poas Volcano, Irazu Volcano, Arenal Volcano, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano and Turrialba Volcano). This volcanic abundance comes courtesy of two tectonic plates - the Cocos Plate and the Caribbean Plate - that sit beneath the country's landmass. The shifting plates have caused many serious earthquakes over the years, slowly terra-forming Costa Rica's horizon with soaring mountains and conic volcanoes.

There are 14 major river systems that originate in Costa Rica's mountains, each draining into the Caribbean Sea, the Pacific Ocean, the San Juan River or Lake Nicaragua. Two of these rivers, the Pacuare and Reventazon, produce world-famous whitewater rapids, while others, such as the Sixaola and San Juan Rivers, provide natural boundaries between Costa Rica and bordering nations.

Costa Rica is part of the Neotropic ecozone, and has both tropical and subtropical climates. The country is famous for its microclimates, which are created by the variations in weather and temperature seen through the nation. For example, the town of Monteverde can be sunny with blue skies, but the Santa Elena Cloud Forest, just a few miles up the mountain, may be cloudy and misting rain. As a general rule, the temperature drops 4° F for every 1000 feet of elevation gained.

Costa Rica, meaning "Rich Coast," owes its diversity and natural treasures to its varied geography, ecological zones, and microclimates. For the visitor, such geographical diversity equals a rich adventure through some of the world's most biodiverse ecosystems.

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Costa Rica's geography reveals a history of cataclysm, with earthquakes, floods and volcanoes shaping its present-day landscape. A diversity of soaring mountains, dormant and active craters, black and white sand beaches, rushing rivers and powerful waterfalls grace Costa Rica's 19,653 square miles, an area smaller than West Virginia.

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Costa Rica exported 9.9B and imported 14.7B in 2016 The main exports are bananas, medical instruments, tropical fruits, circuits, petroleum, and many more. Costa Rica imports very little and just imports what it needs.

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OEC - Costa Rica (CRI) Exports, Imports, and Trade Partners

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An online resource for international trade data and economic complexity indicators available through interactive visualizations of countries and products.

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Costa Rica started as a place for the indians then with the Spanish inquisition most of those people where killed or sold as slaves. After that the Spanish moved into Costa Rica and brought with them their customs and traditions. As Costa Rica brought in slaves from Africa it also brought with them their customs as well. After that when people where plugged into the internet everyone there got a culture shock and now they have several different cultures

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Humans impact the environment of Costa Rica in many ways. Costa Rica's main goal is to be carbon neutral by 2021 by using mostly renewable resources to produce energy this was put in place by the president of Costa Rica. Humans have also impacted the environment of Costa Rica from and farming their main generators of revenue are pineapple, sugar, wood, coffee, and bananas. Deforestation was a very large part of Costa Rica until 1996 when a ban was placed. Costa Rica also has a problem with poachers killing wildlife and hunting endangered sea turtles and sharks. Costa Rica is now one of the most clean places on Earth with one of the smallest carbon footprints on Earth but it still has some issues that make it still a place of humans.

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Costa Rica: Environmental Issues, Policies and Clean Technology

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Costa Rica spans the isthmus of Central America. It has tropical coastal plains, mountainous areas and a temperate central plateau where the majority of the population is located. Costa Ricans have enjoyed a contiguous democratic government for more than 100 years.

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Costa Rica tries to keep a rich and vibrant Country with many natural forest. They have rainforest, tropical dry forest, cloud forest and lots of jungles. In Costa Rica there is a tropical climate with lots of rain this also produces lots of plants and vegetation and gives homes to many thousands of creatures. Costa Rica makes some of it's money from tourism. Costa Rica is also in the manufacturing business making and selling everything from bananas to computer chips.

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With more than a quarter of Costa Rica's total land area comprising of national parks, biological reserves and wildlife refuges, it is no wonder then that this country's greatest national treasure is its plethora of natural diversity. Home to some of the most colorful and exotic flora and fauna on earth, and one of the most bio-diverse regions in the world, this tiny Central American country is the habitat of some 10,000 species of plants and trees!

Pristine Jungles

Lush and verdant throughout the year, Costa Rica is a fantastic place to visit for the avid nature lover. The jungles here are some of the most pristine and secluded on the planet, and play host to an incredibly varied mix of insects, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish and birds. Among the most productive ecosystems in the world, Costa Rica's forests have created truly unique habitats that have a microclimate all their own. One day you can be canoeing down the watery forest of the Tortuguero National Park, and on another day you can be trekking the pretty Manuel Antonio National Park with its gorgeous beaches. Visit the Corcovado National Park to glimpse the last remaining stretch of tropical primary lowland rainforests or tour the Monteverde Cloud Forest for a completely distinct hiking experience.

Types of Forests

Most of Costa Rica's forestation can be primarily classified into three groups; rainforests, cloud forests and topical dry forests. And while rainforests are the most common habitat, the cloud forests of Costa Rica are a magnificent sight to behold. Rainforests can be found in the southwest of the country as well as in the Atlantic lowlands, with towering trees and looping vines that create a magical wispy environment. Receiving a high annual rainfall, these dense forests are characterized by a wealth of plant and animal life.

The cloud forests of Costa Rica are some of the most beautiful. Covering the higher slopes of volcanoes and mountains all across the country, these amazing environs with their mysterious fogs and thick growth of bromeliads, mosses and ferns, offer tourists some of the most fabulous and luxuriant environments to trek or canopy tour in.

For a different change of pace, explore the North Pacific coast of Costa Rica to find some wonderful tracks of tropical dry forests. While not as diverse as the thriving rainforests, the tropical dry forests of Costa Rica receive much less rain. However, they still conjure up an incredible ecosystem that houses a stunning display of flowers and trees.

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With more than a quarter of Costa Rica's total land area comprising of national parks, biological reserves and wildlife refuges, it is no wonder then that this country's greatest national treasure is its plethora of natural diversity.

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Costa Rica is very nice to it's inhabitants. Because of it's location it stays relatively warm most of the time it is 70-81 degrease F everyday during the dry season. Also because of it's location their is never a summer or winter. Costa Rica does have a rainy season from May to December. During the rainy season it can rain 100 inches or more. Costa Rica is one of the most diverse in climates and microclimates. In Costa Rica just driving for an hour can allow you to go from pouring rain to a bright and hot sun. Costa Rica has over 200 volcanos but only 5 of those 200 are active.

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Costa Rica is a particularly small country with one of the largest ranges of climates and climate zones in the entire world. While this can make packing for your vacation an extra challenge, it also means that you'll be able to take a beach vacation complete with rainforest adventures, chilly mountain hikes, and volcanic views all within a couple days. In fact, if you take a simple drive from Atenas to Cartago, you might pass through 3 distinct climates in just over 3 hours. You'll start in the sweltering Atenas heat, move to the crisp Central Valley air, and finally end up in rainy, cold Cartago. Currently, scientists are debating the exact number of climate zones in Costa Rica, as there are many ways to measure such areas. Using a variety of factors such as elevation, rainfall, and topography, local scientists are observing around 12 climate zones and possibly thousands of microclimates. Costa Rica, having such fertile soil and around 4% of the world's total biodiversity, creates a situation where microclimates can be close together and wildly dissimilar. Climbing a steep volcano, for example, you'll notice the variety of thrush plants and wildlife changing as you ascend, creating multiple ecosystems. Whether you are visiting Costa Rica for a quick vacation or planning a long-term move, you'll want to be familiar with these climates before settling on a destination. This will help you make the most of your time in this rich and diverse land and may make packing for your trip just a little bit easier.

Rainforests

Rainforests are a major draw to Costa Rica for visitors as they offer some of the most amazing biodiversity imaginable. These forests dominate the southwest corner of Costa Rica as well as Atlantic lowlands, with their iconic towering trees and swooping vines. The Costa Rican rainforests are usually extremely dense and humid, and only very few parts can actually be hiked and explored. A defining characteristic of a rainforest is the dense canopy of trees towering above you. In the thickest parts of the forest, this canopy will block out light completely to the lower layers, meaning the ground can be home to only nocturnal animals and the toughest of plant life. In areas where the light breaks through, the undergrowth will be thick and fertile, and an incredible amount of wildlife and tropical plants will be easily observed.

As the name suggests, these areas receive a significant amount of rain year-round. The weather will be hot and humid and regardless of the time of year, some parts will be covered in a thick fog. This is one of the most important and productive ecosystems in the world, as it fights the negative effects of greenhouse gases while offering a suitable habitat for rare animals, including mammals, fish, insects, reptiles, amphibians, and birds.

Cloud Forests

When you move into high elevation areas, including the slopes of volcanoes or the peaks of the mountains, you'll have no questions as to why the area is called a cloud forest. Towering above the natural cloud line, these zones are characterized by a thick fog and a dense growth of moss and fern. If you're able to climb above the fog, you'll be able to look down upon the cloud line on what feels like a totally isolated peak, with no view of the lands below. These areas will be chilly and rainy, but will be well worth the cold as you'll observe plants and animals you most likely have never seen before. As you ascend or descend the slopes of the cloud forests, you'll notice the change of temperature and ecosystems during the crossings of microclimates.

This is absolutely the best climate zone for ziplining, or canopy tours. In a light jacket and water-proof hiking boots, you'll be able to see some of the most incredible forest views. If you find the right tour, you may be able to zip past a couple of different climate zones, noticing the change in growth and temperature as you descend. While this may not be the tropical getaway many Costa Rica vacationers are looking for, it is absolutely worthy of a couple days in your itinerary.

Tropical Dry Forests

The Tropical Dry Forests are the third and final type of forests in Costa Rica, according to the majority of local scientists and geographers. These forests will occupy the lowlands and valley areas, receiving significantly less rain than the two previous forest types. Regardless of seldom rain, tropical dry forests still offer the biodiversity you're looking for in terms of tropical flowers and trees.

The Tropical Dry Forest occupies a significant part of Costa Rica's overall land mass. This area is usually deciduous with broad-leaf trees. As this forest type most usually occurs in flat lands, these are also the areas most in danger of being cut down for commercial lumber or to create farms and ranches. The climate in the tropical dry forests can be most iconic of Costa Rica, as it experiences 6 months of dry weather, followed by 6 months of rain. Although the temperature may not be as sweltering as it is near the beaches, you'll never deal with a frigid night either. The rain pattern in this area means that the landscape changes drastically thought the year, opposed to the other forests which may not alter much through the seasons. If you visit the Central Valley specifically for the Tropical Dry Forests, you may want to time your trip to be after a couple months of rain, so the landscape is green and thriving again.

Jungles

Many people use the word "jungle" interchangeably with "rainforest," but this is not quite the truth. The rainforest is characterized by long, thin trees creating a canopy so dense that sunlight is blocked from the ground below. Where the trees break and sunlight comes through, the ground layer grows thick and fertile plant life, fostering animal and insect diversity in incredible proportions; these are your jungles. Jungles often occur on the outskirts of rainforests or where the rainforest has experienced a natural disaster, like a fire or tree damage from an earthquake. A jungle has thick undergrowth and provides natural habitats to many types of animals, from those who live ground-level to those which stay in the trees, even bird species who nest above the canopy. These areas can be more difficult to navigate as the undergrowth and naturally occurring mangroves are obstacles to a hiker, but those who dare to make the journey will have the experience of a lifetime.

As Costa Rica is home to many types of forests, there are many different types of jungles. Some adventurers might seek out a well-maintained, guided hike focusing on tropical flowers and birds, while others may venture into the more forested part of the jungle, needing to rely on difficult trails and kayaks to reach their goal. Fortunately for the visitors to Costa Rica, you'll most likely find both options within a couple hours' drive of where you are planning to stay.

Tropical Beaches

The tropical beaches of Costa Rica are probably the reason for your trip. With nearly 800 miles of coastline, bordering both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, Costa Rica offers the best of tropical vacations. These beaches range from white sand shores to blackened volcanic sand, but will offer hot weather and crisp, clean waves regardless.

The tropical beaches of Costa Rica can include various microclimates, depending on which coast you choose to visit and where on the coast you stay. Regardless of the area, you can generally plan for 6 months of dry weather followed by 6 months of rain. You can also plan for hot temperatures, humid air, and very direct sunlight. This is the area where you are most likely to enjoy a cold beer in a hammock and enjoy the tropical culture, so make sure you pack sunscreen and drink plenty of water.

Mountain Region

Both the northern and the southern areas of Costa Rica have mountain ranges, and many beautiful mountain towns have popped up. The mountains are a perfect example of the country's biodiversity, as microclimates change rapidly as you ascend or descend the range. Generally speaking, the higher you go, the colder it is. While some people move to the peaks of mountains to take advantage of the cold air and perfect views, some of the most popular Costa Rican towns will be found in the mid-range. In these areas, the weather can stay between 70 and 85 degrees year-round, with a host of diverse flora and fauna. You'll have easy access to cloud forests, cities in the Central Valley, and beaches within a couple hours' drive. Costa Rica may be famous for its beaches, but there's good reason that so many people are moving to mountain towns boasting the best climate in the world.

Volcanic land

Volcanic land is a microclimate of its own, as after an eruption the area will be covered in a nutrient-dense ash. While this ash has its place in the creation of new ecosystems, dormant or less-active volcanoes will be host to any number of the other climate zones. Volcanoes can peak up around rainforests, offering forested hikes, waterfalls, streams, hot springs, and a significant variety of plant and animal life. This is another climate zone in which the microclimates shift as the altitude changes. While very few communities will live on the base of active volcanoes, Costa Rica has around 200 volcanic formations over the entire country, most dead or dormant. This offers the perfect opportunity to hike, zipline, or horseback your way through a new ecosystem and climate zone.

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What microclimates will I find in Costa Rica? - AXNMLS

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Costa Rica is a particularly small country with one of the largest ranges of climates and climate zones in the entire world. While this can make packing for your vacation an extra challenge, it also means that you'll be able to take a beach vacation complete with rainforest adventures, chilly mountain hikes, and volcanic views all within a couple days.

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Costa Rica is very diverse in it's regions it has at least 6 regions and all of them are very different. Center valley is where most of the population lives it is also has lots of  fertile land. The north central also know as the northern lowlands is where most tourist go because of the Arenal volcano and because of all of the hiking trails. The central pacific has a mild temperature being both dry and wet depending on the time you go there. The central pacific has many hotels and is a place where several companies ship there goods from. The north pacific is a place of beaches it has at least 3 beaches. Because of the number of beaches and the climate it makes it a good spot for tourism. The caribbean coast has several beaches and clear water places but is not visited by most tourist because of the climate which is very rainy. Finally there is the south pacific which has lots of animals and plants. The south pacific is also protected by the government of Costa Rica. In each of these regions there are smaller regions where animals may live or plants.

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Learn about Costa Rica's main regions and major tourist destinations - Central Valley, Northern Lowlands, Central Pacific, North Pacific, Caribbean Coast and South Pacific

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Costa Rica has very low amounts of people emigrating but is now having people from all around the world immigrate into the country. Because of all of the migration happening in Costa Rica there population is starting to see a rise. The DTM stage is 3 because the birth rate is starting to decline and the death rate is also starting to drop. The map shows a vase like mold which also puts it at a stage 3. The stage three is just starting out though because you can still see when it was a stage 2 so that means that it is a very early stage 3. The density map shows that right in the middle of the country is the population center and that there is a small population everywhere else. This could be explained by the fact that all around Costa Rica there are natural barriers which make it hard to move out of the center for long periods of time.

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The 5 themes of geography are essentially how you make and maintain a country. The 5 themes are everything to a country you have to have the 5 themes of else you country will fall apart. Place is very important because it can shape so many things. Government for example is how you country remains stable the government must have every law figured out and also must be able to protect the citizens from outside and inside threats. Costa Rica does this by maintaining a police force to protect the citizens and also help the citizens get and maintain stable jobs. Arts and literature are also very important if you don't have arts and literature then it would be very hard to learn how to wright and it would also impact creativity. Costa Rica's people are very art based always drawing something. Costa rica's people have also used books and art to express there opinions on all kinds of issues from political to environmental. Customs and traditions are essential to a country because if you have no customs and traditions the people would have nothing to celebrate and would not think for themselves which would lead to violence and crazy people doing more for what they think is right and wrong. Customs and traditions can also depend heavily on religion. Costa Rica has many traditions stemming from the roman catholic religion like Christmas, baptisms, and easter. Religion and traditions can go hand in hand because many traditions come from religions. This is also true for Costa Rica"s main religion roman catholic which has easter, christmas, etc. Region is also extremely important because it decides where people will live what they will have to endure and many other things. In Costa Rica many people live in the central valley because it is flat has fertile land and because there are many natural barriers between the central valley and all of the of the other places in Costa Rica. Humans are also placed in regions like the fact that most of the black population is in the Caribbean because of past laws and most of the indians live on the ends of the country. HEI is important as well because it decides what type of place you will be living in the future and whether it will be a wasteland or a wonderland. Costa Rica's people have always taken care of the environment and plan to be the first carbon neutral country on the planet. Because of this Costa Rica's environment has not be as drastically affected as many other that now have poisonous water and the air is hard to breath. Movement is what affects population, money, imports, and exports. Movement is affected by location, HEI, place, and region which is why even though it is important the other will decide more that movement itself will decide. Movement is impacted by how you government is run which is part of place, what resources you can import and export which is decided by region and HEI, how accessible it is to make it to the location which is location. Costa Rica is very accessible you can get in by water or air. Location is both one of the most important and least important at the same time. This is because location is decided before anything else. You can be born into that location

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The people of Costa Rica have a large social organization. The way the Costa Rica social organization is set up is the Valle Central (Most people have a Spanish or european descent). at the top of the food chain. Then there is the people that have a large Spanish descent. After Would be the very small Chinese population which own business in hospitality and Tourism. At the end is people of african descent who until 1949 could not work where they wanted and preventing people of african descent from working on banana plantations. Now there is a lot less racism in Costa Rica it is still there but it is slowly dwindling.
The government of Costa Rica is based on a democratic republic people vote for the the leader of the country. The government of Costa Rica works for the people. In Costa Rica The people have freedom of speech, right to assemble, and the right to go before a judge.
The main religion of Costa Rica is Roman Catholic with 44.9% of the population practicing and 25% non practicing. Religion in Costa Rica is so important that the government changes laws because of it. Religion directly influences abortion and death penalty laws.
Costa Rica's main customs and traditions are the traditions from the catholic religion like easter.
Costa Rica's people are very artsy many of the people within the boarders of Costa Rica make songs, books, and paintings as well as many other things.
Because of Costa Rica's history there have been many types of books made. In Costa Rica books and literature have changed a lot from being grotesque and horrifying to funny and pleasant then it mellows out and becomes something in between.
The economy of Costa Rica has changed from being banana and coffee farming to tourisum and the exportation of electronics.

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Relief

Two mountain chains together run almost the entire length of Costa Rica. These are, in the north, the Cordillera Volcánica, noted for its volcanic activity, as the name implies, and, in the south, the Cordillera de Talamanca. The Cordillera Volcánica may be divided into three ranges, from northwest to southeast: the Cordillera de Guanacaste, the Cordillera de Tilarán, and the Cordillera Central. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1983, the Cordillera de Talamanca is a massive granite batholith, quite different geologically from the volcanically active northern ranges. Costa Rica's highest point, Mount Chirripó (12,530 feet [3,819 metres]), is in the Talamanca system. Two of the highest peaks in the Cordillera Volcánica, Irazú (11,260 feet [3,432 metres]) and Poás (8,871 feet [2,704 metres]), have paved roads reaching to the rims of their active craters. These volcanoes, overlooking the Valle Central, pose a serious natural hazard, as do earthquakes for most of the country. Arenal Volcano (5,358 feet [1,633 metres]), about 56 miles (90 km) northwest of San José, is the country's youngest stratovolcano. Its last major eruption, in 1968, destroyed two villages, and the volcano continued to spew lava and breccia into the early 21st century.

The Valle Central is separated into two parts by the continental divide. The eastern part is drained by the Reventazón River to the Caribbean, and the western sector forms part of the basin of the Grande de Tárcoles River, which flows into the Pacific. Another large structural valley, the Valle del General, lies at the base of the Cordillera de Talamanca in the southern part of the country. To the north and east of the mountainous central spine lie the Caribbean lowlands, constituting about one-fifth of the country and reaching less than 400 feet (120 metres) in elevation. The Pacific lowlands, which contain several small valleys and plains, include only about one-tenth of Costa Rica's territory.

Climate

Thermal convection and onshore breezes bring abundant rains to the Pacific coast in the wet season, generally May to October in the north and April to December in the south. Northeasterly trade winds on the Caribbean provide ample year-round precipitation for the country's east coast, with the heaviest amounts occurring in the Barra del Colorado region. The higher mountain ranges have warm temperate climates, and the Pacific slopes have alternating wet and dry seasons.

Situated in the Valle Central at an elevation of 3,800 feet (1,160 metres), San José enjoys moderate temperatures and ample rainfall. Average monthly rainfall there ranges from well under 1 inch (25 mm) in February to more than 12 inches (300 mm) in September, with a yearly average of more than 70 inches (1,800 mm). Temperatures vary with elevation. San José has a mean temperature of 69 °F (21 °C), while means of 59 °F (15 °C) and 80 °F (27 °C) have been reported at stations located at 7,665 feet (2,340 metres) and 682 feet (210 metres), respectively.

Plant and animal life

Dense broad-leaved evergreen forest, which includes mahogany and tropical cedar trees, covers about one-third of Costa Rica's landscape. On the Talamanca range grow numerous evergreen oaks and, above the timberline, mountain scrub and grasses. The northwest, with the longest dry season, contains open deciduous forest. Palm trees are common on the Caribbean coastline, and mangroves grow on the shallow protected shores of the Nicoya and Dulce gulfs along the Pacific. Mosses, orchids, and other tropical plants are abundant. Many of the world's tropical biologists have carried out studies at the various research stations of the Organization for Tropical Studies, which has its headquarters in San Pedro, a suburb of San José, as well as at the Tropical Agricultural Research and Higher Education Centre (Centro Agronómico Tropical de Investigación y Enseñanza; CATIE) in Turrialba.

Costa Rica's numerous and varied life zones make the country attractive to biologists. Mammalian life is both abundant and varied and has major ties to South and North American populations. The South American species include monkeys, anteaters, and sloth s, and the North American species include deer, wildcats, weasels, otters, coyotes, and foxes. There is a wide variety of tropical birds in the lowlands, and reptiles, such as snakes and iguanas, and frogs are common.

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Costa Rica | History, Map, Flag, Climate, Population, & Facts

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Costa Rica, country of Central America. Its capital is San Jose. Of all the Central American countries, Costa Rica is generally regarded as having the most stable and most democratic government. Costa Rica is also known for its strong commitment to the environment and for protecting its numerous national parks.

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Where is it
9.7489*N 83.7534*W
Located in North America on the Central American isthmus.
Bordered by Nicaragua, Panama, the pacific ocean and the Caribbean sea.
Capital city: San Jose 9.9281*N 84.0907*W.