Costa Rica

Official Name: República de Costa Rica 

Capitals: San José 

Population: 5,163,000 (2021 est.) 

Size: 126th largest country in the world (51,100 km2) 

• Costa Rica means “rich coast” 

• Considered to be one of the happiest countries in the world. 

• Gallo pinto, black beans and rice, is a breakfast staple 

• 25% of Costa Rica’s land is conversation which is more than any other country 

• Costa Rica doesn’t have a military 

• One of the most common phrases is “Pura Vida” which means “pure life” 

• The flag’s dark blue represents the sky, idealism, opportunities and perseverance, the white peace, wisdom and happiness, and the red is for the blood spilled defending the country, as well as warmth and generosity of the people. It also has the country’s Coat of Arms.