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Wikipedia: Latin America
Article on Latin America that provides a great overview of the region. Discussions include history, religion, culture, links to information about each of the countries, and more.
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All Refer: Reference: Costa Rica: Introduction & Country Profile
Significant source for information about the Central American country of Costa Rica. Facts are included about geography, economy, history, government, and the people. Take a look at the map and the flag.
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Geographia: An Introduction to Costa Rica
Travel to the Latin American nation of Costa Rica and explore its captivating geography, culture, and history. Informative and helpful site for developing an understanding of Costa Rica, fast becoming the ecotourism capital of the world.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Costa Rica
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Costa Rica, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
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Photo.net: Why Costa Rica
This journal entry examines the fiction of Paul Theroux in conjunction with the topic of travel in Costa Rica to make for an informative and interesting look at the Central American country.
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Museo De Arte Costarricense
This Spanish language web-page is the on-line home of the Costa Rican museum of art. Find information about the history of Costa Rican art in addition to exhibition information and a virutal tour of the museum.
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Tripod: Bananas and the Negative Consequences for Costa Rica
Article that discuss the modern banana industry. The problems discussed have been a part of South America since the beginning.
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Counting in Spanish Flag of Costa Rica
An excellent way to see, hear and identify the Spanish numbers 1-20 through this dot to dot activity. After the dots are connected in the correct sequence, a picture of the Costa Rican flag appears and waves as the Costa Rican national...
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Costa Rica Tourism and Travel Bureau
Features a general overview of the history, geography, climate, transportation, communications, culture, and national parks of Costa Rica. Great place to start if you are planning a trip or just want to learn more about the country.
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Costa Rica Tourism and Travel Bureau
Features a general overview of the history, geography, climate, transportation, communications, culture, and national parks of Costa Rica. Great place to start if you are planning a trip or just want to learn more about the country.
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Finca La Isla's Botanical Garden
This page is part of the Web of "Talamanca Discovery", an organization that promotes ecotourism in Costa Rica. The page provides information about Finca la Isla's Botanical Garden, open to tourists.
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Costa Rica: Literature: Prose
The page gives an excellent summary of Costa Rican literature from the 1800s and 1900s. Authors and their works are described.
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Costa Rica: Literature: Poetry
This page is part of the Web of InfoCostaRica. The page gives an excellent summary of Costa Rican poetry from the 1800s and 1900s. Poets and their works are described. The page also included links to other information about Costa Rica.
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Costa Rica: Francisco Amighetti ( Engraver, Painter )
This page is part of the Web of InfoCostaRica. The page gives the biography of Francisco Amighetti, a famous Costa Rican Engraver and Painter. It also includes a photo of one of his paintings.
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Info Costa Rica: Education
This page gives an overview of the education system in the Central American country of Costa Rica.
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Info Costa Rica: Universities
This is a brief description of the history and current syetem of higher education on the Central American country of Costa Rica.
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Map Town: Maps for Central America
Here are all seven Central American countries plus Mexico at a glance. Study a map or just general information about one of the countries.
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Ancient American Civilizations: Mesoamerica
This resource gives an overview of the beginnings of Mesoamerican civilization. The sections about the Olmec are "Early Preclassic" and "Middle Preclassic." Includes information about the raw materials and the luxury items used by the...
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Costa Rica
Click-through the facts-and-photo file about Costa Rica's geography, nature, history, people and culture, and government. The video that explains the many reasons why Costa Rica is a favorite destination for ecotourists and...
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Costa Rican Cocoa: An Industry With Chocolate Flavor
Experience the rich history of the Costa Rican Cocoa Products Company. View the different types of cocoa and learn about their characteristics. Great photos. Available in English and Spanish.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Costa Rica
Features a country profile of Costa Rica, background details, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and much more.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Costa Rica
This resource from the CIA World Factbook is very useful for learning about Costa Rica. Topics covered include geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportations, military and transnational issues.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Costa Ricans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Costa Ricans. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: 9 12 Teacher Resources
A plethora of resources, science teachers can utilize this education center for academically aligned lesson plans and video clips for middle and high school students.