Temporary Closure of the Volcán Barva Sector: Impact of the Dry Season
The Braulio Carrillo National Park is known for its biodiversity and natural wealth, with the Volcán Barva sector being one of the favorite destinations for tourists and explorers. However, due to the severe dry season affecting the region, the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) has announced the temporary closure of this sector. This decision […]
Poás Volcano Awakens: What is Nature Telling Us?
An Analysis of Poás’ Unusual Activity and Its Implications for Costa Rica Introduction Poás Volcano, one of Costa Rica’s most impressive natural icons, has fascinated scientists, tourists, and locals for generations with its majesty and smoking crater. Located in the province of Alajuela within Poás Volcano National Park, this giant has witnessed numerous episodes of […]
“Lyrical Tuesdays”: A New Program of Opera Screenings and Concerts Debuts at the National Theater with Verdi’s Otello from the Teatro Real de Madrid
The Ministry of Culture and Youth, through the National Lyric Company, the National Theater of Costa Rica, and with the collaboration of the Costa Rican Art Museum, proudly presents the new initiative “Lyrical Tuesdays”, a culturally significant program aimed at strengthening and promoting opera in the country, attracting new audiences, and making access more affordable […]
Juan Santamaría Museum Offers the Educational Community Its Guided Educational Tour Service for the 2025 Academic Year
The Juan Santamaría Historical Cultural Museum informs the national educational community of the availability of its permanent free guided educational tour service for the 2025 academic year, aimed at student groups of all educational levels, as well as organized public groups. Juan Santamaría Museum Offers the Educational Community Its Guided Educational Tour Service for the […]
Open Call for the Selection Committees of Proposals for the National Reading Festival 2025
The Ministry of Culture and Youth, through the Center for Artistic and Cultural Production, announces the opening of the call for the formation of the selection committees for the projects that will participate in the National Reading Festival 2025. Deadline for applications to join the selection committees: Sunday, March 16, 2025The National Reading Festival 2025 […]
National Lyric Company Announces Open Auditions for the 2025 Opera and Zarzuela Season
The National Lyric Company has announced the opening of the call for open auditions for national and regional singers for the selection of artistic casts for the various opera and zarzuela projects that will be presented in 2025 by the National Music Center of the Ministry of Culture and Youth, in collaboration with various institutions. […]
Modularis: Open Ceramics
organized by the Chair of Ceramics of the School of Plastic Arts at the University of Costa Rica (UCR) and the Calderón Guardia Museum. The purpose of the exhibition is to explore and generate connections around the practice of contemporary ceramics, promoting innovation, experimentation, and free creative expression; concepts that stimulate the research of the […]
Ofelia Taitelbaum: From Ombudsman to Protagonist of a Judicial Scandal in Costa Rica
OOfelia Taitelbaum Yoselewich, a prominent figure in Costa Rican politics, transitioned from her role as Ombudswoman—a position dedicated to safeguarding citizens’ rights—to being at the center of one of the country’s most notorious corruption cases. The case, which began in 2014 following a complaint filed by María de los Ángeles Otárola, has been closely monitored […]
Río Torres Rescue Day – Los Cipreses Community
Come and join us on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at 7:45 AM in the Los Cipreses Community to help clean and preserve the beautiful Río Torres. It is a unique opportunity to make a difference in our environment and enjoy a day outdoors with friends and family. Event Details: Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute […]
Katrinas Fest 2024 this November 2 and 3 in San Jose.
The Municipality of San José announces a new edition of the “Katrinas Fest 2024,” which will take place on Saturday, November 2, and Sunday, November 3. The chosen location for this popular family event is the National Park in San José. On Saturday, November 2, activities will start at 10 AM and end at 9 […]