50 Years Since the Discovery of the Diquís Stone Spheres: History, Meaning, and Current Theories
At the heart of the Diquís Delta, in the southern Pacific region of Costa Rica, lies one of the greatest archaeological enigmas of the American continent: the famous stone spheres. This year marks fifty years of formal research into these unique objects, internationally recognized for their geometric perfection and inscribed in 2014 on UNESCO’s World […]
History of San José, capital of Costa Rica
Brief Introduction to San JoséSan José, the vibrant capital of Costa Rica, is a city full of history and culture located in the heart of the country. Founded in the 18th century, San José has evolved from a small agricultural settlement into the political, economic, and cultural epicenter of Costa Rica. This city is not […]
First National Band Festival 2025 Will Bring Together Bands from Across the Country
The National Center for Culture will host the first National Band Festival 2025, a production of the Ministry of Culture and Youth, celebrating the 180th anniversary of the Band Directorate, as well as the declaration of the National Concert Bands and Municipal Bands as Distinguished Institutions of Costa Rican Music and Culture. The National Center […]
Weekend Offers Celebrations for Calypso Day Across the Country
The Ministry of Culture and Youth invites you to enjoy a music-filled weekend with activities celebrating the National Calypso Day, taking place in Cahuita, San José, and other parts of the country. The Ministry of Culture and Youth invites you to enjoy a music-filled weekend with activities celebrating the National Calypso Day, taking place in […]
Advances in Sea Turtle Conservation in Ostional and Tortuguero
Costa Rica is internationally recognized as a leader in biodiversity conservation, and among its extensive natural heritage, sea turtles hold an iconic place. Two locations particularly stand out in these efforts: Ostional, on the Northern Pacific coast, and Tortuguero, on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast. Both sites not only serve as critical refuges for the nesting […]
7-10 Bus Station Closes: A Guide to Reaching Your Destinations
Welcome to this practical guide for travelers visiting San José. In this article, we will clearly and thoroughly explain the closure of the 7-10 station and guide you on how to reach your destinations from the new departure points. This resource is especially useful for tourists who may not be aware of the recent changes […]
Costa Rica and Its Hidden Legacy: Danish Slave Ships from the 18th Century Found off Cahuita
An archaeological discovery off the coast of Cahuita, in the province of Limón, has rewritten part of the history of Costa Rica and the Caribbean. Recent investigations confirmed that the remains of two shipwrecks, long attributed to pirates, actually belong to Danish slave ships from the 18th century. This revelation is not only of great […]
National Museum to Celebrate its 138th Anniversary with an Exhibition on the Oldest Objects in the Universe: Meteorites
The National Museum of Costa Rica will celebrate its 138th anniversary with the opening of the exhibition “Primitive Travelers of the Solar System,” a unique showcase of six meteorites that will allow the Costa Rican public to come closer to some of the oldest objects in the universe. San José, May 2, 2025 – The […]
New Species of the Mesoamerican Biological Corridor: Scientific Exploration and Conservation in the 21st Century
The Mesoamerican Biological Corridor (MBC) represents one of the most ambitious and successful ecological conservation initiatives globally. Stretching from southeastern Mexico to Panama, this corridor integrates strategic ecosystems that ensure the biological connectivity of species in one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet. Recent scientific studies have revealed a fascinating fact: despite decades […]
Memories of a Body That Burns: Costa Rican Pride Awarded at the Platino Awards 2025
Costa Rica celebrates a historic milestone in its cinematography: the film Memories of a Body That Burns, written and directed by Antonella Sudasassi Furniss, received the Platino Award for Cinema and Education in Values during the XII edition of the Platino Awards for Ibero-American Cinema, held on April 27, 2025, in Madrid, Spain. This recognition […]