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Costa Rica At A Glance

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Language: Spanish (official), English

Government: Democratic republic

Capital: San Jose

Size: total: 51,100 sq km, coastline: 1,290 km

Location: Central America, bordering both the Caribbean Sea and the North Pacific Ocean, between Nicaragua and Panama

Climate: Tropical and subtropical; dry season (December to April); rainy season (May to November); cooler in highlands

Electricity: Outlets are 110 V, with standard US two prong plugs.

Currency: Costa Rican colon (CRC)

Driving: You are allowed to drive with your normal drivers license for three months.

Rentals: Many international and local companies are found throughout the country.

 

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