Category Archives: COSTA RICA’S HISTORY,CULTURE, FOOD, TRADITIONS
ART GALLERY IN ALAJUELA
ART GALLERY IN ALAJUELA Xinia and I visited an art gallery in Alajuela Sr Y Sra Ese Here you can see works of art made of exotic woods, such as jewelry, vases, boxes, and many other gift items. The most … Continue reading
What is a Horse “Tope” ?
A horse tope is a traditional parade of horses which is very popular in Costa Rica. Both the horses and the riders dress up in their finest for this big event. Many of the saddles are trimmed in real … Continue reading
Marie-France Grenouillet- Photography Costa Rica
Mair-France Grenouillet is a French woman who travels the world capturing beautiful and rare wildlife images. She visited Costa Rica and has a wonderful collection of wildlife photography which I would like to share with you. After her web page … Continue reading
Art Gallery in La Fortuna-Arenal Area “Galeria Coco Loco”
Galeria Coco Loco is an art gallery located near La Fortuna-Arenal Volcano area of Costa Rica , feathering a wide variety of beautiful and one of a kind pieces of art. Including, oil Paintings by local Costa Rican Artist, one … Continue reading
What is it Like to Live in Costa Rica?
learn about living in costa rica, its culture and its people Continue reading
Typical Costa Rican Food
Typical Costa Rican Food as experienced by my friend Jack who also writes a travel blog. The Great Culinary of Costa Rica-Typical Costa Rican food. In Costa Rica it’s really interesting how the people cook well, but with simple recipes. … Continue reading
Coffee, Coffee, Coffee Costa Rica Grows Great Coffee
Coffee prompts social activity, stimulates friendships and conversation, and should never be enjoyed alone. You should always share it with someone. So if you are traveling to Costa Rica take every opportunity to have a great cup of Costa Rican … Continue reading
Let’s Protect the Leatherback Turtle of Costa Rica
This article is by Cristian Barboza who was born in Costa Rica and is a reader of costaricalearn.com. It would be a shame not only for us Ticos, but for all humanity to loose such a precious and majestic creature … Continue reading
Costa Rica’s First Female President: Laura Chinchilla!!
Congratulations to Laura Chinchilla, Costa Rica’s first female president, elected with 46% of the votes cast, sixty years after women were first allowed to vote in Costa Rica. Ms Chinchilla was Oscar Arias’ Vice President and Minister of Justice. She … Continue reading
The National Theater, “An Architectural Gem”
Inside the National Theater, Neoclassical Architecture The National Theater located in the heart of San Jose, Costa Rica’s capital city is an architectural gem. It is a copy of the famous Paris Opera House. If you are traveling to Costa … Continue reading