Costa Rica is a country located in Central America. Its capital is San José. The country has seven departments and a population of more than 4.7 million. The main industries are tourism, agriculture and services. Costa Rica's territory covers 51,060 square kilometers from the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. It is one of the most ethically sustainable places in the world. Costa Rica is a member of the UN, WTO and several other international organizations.
Costa Rica - history and interesting facts
Costa Rica has a rich history dating back to pre-Columbian times. Local peoples such as the Chorotega, aborigines who inhabited the region at that time, were the main inhabitants of Costa Rica. In 1522, Spanish newcomers found their way to this part of Central America, considering it part of their empire. Costa Rica officially became an independent country in 1821, while Mexico was still dependent on Spain. The declaration of independence was followed by a period of difficult development. There were several major civil wars in 1840 and 1850, and in 1948 the government brought about a broad reform of the power structure, which played an important role in establishing Costa Rica's political system today.
- Costa Rica has one of the highest longevity-to-population ratios in the world.
- Costa Rica has 23 national parks that cover at least one-tenth of the country's land and maritime territory.
- He has a long record of success in rescuing wildlife, including many species of spiders, wildlife and birds.
- It is one of five countries without an army.
- It has the highest percentage of renewable energy production in the world.
