https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica A small country in Central America en-us 2018-10-26 11:48:51 UTC 2024-06-03 18:44:11 UTC hello@padlet.com erhodgson https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297338320 The official language of Costa Rica is Spanish. English is commonly spoken in tourist areas. Some indigenous people still speak indigenous languages.]]> 2018-10-26 12:02:50 UTC https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297338320 erhodgson https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297339166 Roman Catholicism is the official religion of Costa Rica with 76% of the population identifying as a member. Freedom of religion is protected in their constitution even though they have an official religion.]]> 2018-10-26 12:05:36 UTC https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297339166 erhodgson https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297340505 Western clothing is popular in much of the country, although in rural areas women dress more conservatively. Jeans are common for casual clothing while, suits or dress suits are worn at work. Flip-flops are a common shoe in coastal areas and in local neighborhoods.]]> 2018-10-26 12:09:32 UTC https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297340505 erhodgson https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297343230 When female friends greet each other they will kiss on the cheek. If they don't know each other well, they will pat each other's arms. Men greet other men with a handshake and men greet female friends with a kiss on the cheek.
Common greetings include Buenos dias, buenos tardes, and buenos noches (good morning, afternoon, and night). When asked "how are you" they may respond "Pura vida", meaning well.]]> 2018-10-26 12:17:19 UTC https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297343230 erhodgson https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297346441 Ticos greet one another with a wave or handshake. They often explain things with the assistance of their hands. Eye contact is considered respectful and important when having a serious conversation.]]> 2018-10-26 12:25:46 UTC https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297346441 erhodgson https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297347561 Rice and beans are often incorporated into ticos' meals.Bananas, mangos, pineapples and citrus fruits are grown and eaten in Costa Rica. 
Picadillo de Papaya is a common dish at parties. It involves combining beef, potatoes, spices, peppers, and papayas.]]> 2018-10-26 12:29:14 UTC https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297347561 erhodgson https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297351457 Dancing is very popular among Ticos. Dances including salsa, merengue, and cumbia are common.
Pottery is also popular. Another form of sculpture that is present in costa rica is carving wooden masks.]]> 2018-10-26 12:39:43 UTC https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297351457 erhodgson https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297946040 Semana Santa or Holy Week is a widely celebrated holiday among the Ticos. To celebrate, they put a cross draped with a purple fabric in their lawn. Some people participate in parades which show the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Feast of Our Lady of the Angels is a holiday honoring the Virgin Mary. People promise they will make a trip to see her on August 2 if their prayers are answered. They then walk from their home to see her in the city of Cartago.]]> 2018-10-29 11:24:22 UTC https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297946040 erhodgson https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297947120 Alvaro Soler is a popular singer in Costa Rica. He is a spanish singer, who got widespread success after his song, "El Mismo Sol", which he sang with Jennifer Lopez.]]> 2018-10-29 11:28:31 UTC https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297947120 erhodgson https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297954674 Playa Naranjo is a popular beach in Costa Rica. It is one of the most popular surf locations in the country. ]]> 2018-10-29 11:52:09 UTC https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297954674 erhodgson https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297958182 Costa Rica is accepting refugees from Nicaragua. The Nicaraguans were being harmed so they escaped to Costa Rica. The article includes an interview with a man who thanks Ticos for their hospitality and one who threatens Daniel Ortega.]]> 2018-10-29 12:03:00 UTC https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/297958182 erhodgson https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/298317820 2018-10-30 01:01:38 UTC https://padlet.com/erhodgson/CostaRica/wish/298317820