International Museum Day to be celebrated nationwide with multiple activities
The Ministry of Culture and Youth invites the public throughout the country to celebrate International Museum Day with various activities, as well as a joint exhibition developed by different museums in Costa Rica. The Ministry of Culture and Youth (MCJ) invites the public across the country to celebrate International Museum Day with multiple activities and […]
Costa Rica, Epicenter of Responsible Tourism: History and Future of the Sustainable & Social Tourism Summit 2025
At a key moment for the evolution of global tourism, Costa Rica has been chosen to host the most important event in Ibero-America on tourism sustainability: the Sustainable & Social Tourism Summit 2025. From May 20 to 23, 2025, this prestigious international event will bring together leaders from the public and private sectors, entrepreneurs, NGOs, […]
Decline of the ‘May Beetles’ in Costa Rica: History, Challenges, and Conservation
In many regions of Costa Rica, the arrival of May beetles once heralded the start of the rainy season. These nocturnal beetles, also known as Phyllophaga spp., have been part of the Costa Rican landscape for generations. Their presence was not only symbolic but also ecologically significant. However, in recent years, scientists, farmers, and citizens […]
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 […]