From the Homeland by Our Will: The Annexation of Guanacaste
The Annexation of Guanacaste is one of the most significant historical events in Costa Rica’s history, representing the voluntary integration of a region that, at the time, belonged to Nicaragua. This annexation, formalized on July 25, 1824, marked a turning point in the country’s territorial, economic, and cultural configuration. The motto “From the homeland by […]
Carmen Naranjo: An Essential Voice of Costa Rican and Latin American Literature
General Presentation Carmen Naranjo (1928-2017) was a Costa Rican writer, diplomat, and public figure who left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of her country and Latin America. Her vast body of work, spanning various genres such as poetry, novels, short stories, and essays, established her as one of the most important literary voices […]
Isaac Felipe Azofeifa
Isaac Felipe Azofeifa Bolaños stands as one of the most prominent figures in Costa Rican literature and education in the 20th century. Born on April 11, 1909, in Santo Domingo, Heredia, and passing away on April 3, 1997, in San José, his life and work left an indelible mark on Costa Rica’s cultural landscape (Wikipedia, […]
Juan Rafael Mora Porras.
Juan Rafael Mora Porras stands out as one of the central figures in Costa Rican history, primarily remembered for his role as President of the Republic and as the leader during one of the country’s most significant episodes: the National Campaign against the filibusters in 1856-1857. His presidency was marked by important reforms and the […]
The history of Cartago, first capital of Costa Rica
1. Brief Introduction to Cartago Cartago is one of the oldest and most emblematic cities in Costa Rica, located in the Central Valley at the foot of the majestic Irazú Volcano. Founded in 1563 by the Spanish conquistador Juan Vásquez de Coronado, Cartago is known for its rich history, colonial architecture, and deep cultural legacy. […]
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 […]
Omar Dengo
Omar Dengo, born on March 9, 1888, in San José, Costa Rica, emerges as one of the most influential and pivotal figures in the educational, political, and literary spheres of Costa Rica during the early decades of the 20th century. With a life dedicated to educational reform, political activism, and intellectual production, his legacy endures […]
Former President and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Óscar Arias Notified of the Cancellation of His U.S. Visa
The revocation of Óscar Arias’s U.S. visa has triggered a wave of speculation and reactions both in Costa Rica and internationally. The former Costa Rican president, who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1987 for his efforts to bring peace to Central America, has been a key figure in regional and global politics. The […]
Yolanda Oreamuno
Yolanda Oreamuno, born in 1916 and passed away in 1956, is recognized as one of the most important and avant-garde literary figures in Costa Rica during the first half of the 20th century. Her novel La ruta de su evasión, published in 1948, is particularly acclaimed for its advanced narrative technique and is considered a […]
Lorenzo « Lencho Salazar » est un musicien et figure costaricienne.
Lorenzo Salazar Morales, affectueusement connu sous le nom de « Lencho Salazar », était bien plus qu’un musicien ; il était un symbole du folklore costaricien et une figure chérie pour sa capacité unique à capturer l’esprit du peuple à travers la musique. Né le 4 décembre 1931 à San Roque de Naranjo, Alajuela, Lencho a commencé son […]