Mascaradas, Cimarronas, and Copleros: The Soul of Costa Rica Awakens in Escazú
Close your eyes for a moment. Listen to the approaching beat of a drum, the lively and strident melody of a cimarrona band, and the laughter sparked by a cleverly recited copla. That is the soundtrack of our deepest identity, and this coming Saturday, August 9th, it will sound louder than ever in the heart […]
The United Voice of the Afro-Costa Rican People: A Historic Milestone in Limón
This past weekend, the air in Limón didn’t just smell of the sea, but also of history, justice, and a future being built in unity. The First National Congress of the Afro-Costa Rican Tribal People’s Forum (FPTAC), held on August 1st and 2nd, was not just an event; it was a powerful declaration from the […]
Poás Volcano National Park reopens after 4 months closed due to strong volcanic activity.
After more than four months of a preventive closure due to an increase in its eruptive activity, the majestic Poás Volcano National Park welcomed national and international visitors once again this past July 30, 2025. The reopening, announced by the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC), comes after a notable decrease in the colossus’s activity, […]
Juan Santamaría Museum Invites Students to Discover History with Its Educational Guided Tours in the Second Semester of 2025
During this second semester of 2025, the Juan Santamaría Historical and Cultural Museum (MHCJS), an institution of the Ministry of Culture and Youth, is offering its free educational guided tour service to the national educational community. This program is aimed at students of all levels and organized groups with educational or cultural interests and is […]