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UNA Researcher among the 100 most Powerful Women in Central America
An advocate of communication and action in communities vulnerable to tsunamis, researcher Silvia Chacón is distinguished as one of the 100 most powerful women in Central America, according to Forbes magazine. For the second consecutive year, the hard work...
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New Virtual Publication Proposes Mapping of Artisanal Craft Vocations in Costa Rica
Within the framework of the recent launch for the Costa Rica Artisan Seal and the Costa Rica Creative and Cultural National Strategy 2020-2030, the Center for Research and Conservation of Cultural Heritage (CICPC)
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“Educational Cards” Highlight Sociocultural Contribution of Coffee in Costa Rica
To rescue and value the “Coffee” tradition and its contributions to Costa Rican history, are the objectives for which the Juan Santamaría Historical Cultural Museum (MHCJS)
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Costa Rican Desserts that you must Indulge In!
Costa Rica has quite a diverse gastronomy, thanks to the mixture of its European, African and Indigenous roots
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China Defends the “Techno Party” at Wuhan Water Park
China on Thursday defended the organization of a “Techno Mega party” in a crowded water park at Wuhan, the first epicenter of COVID-19, after the viral dissemination of images of the event on the Internet.“The show at the water...
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A Woman Lived 738 days on Top of a Thousand-year-old Redwood to Avoid It Being Logged Down
What would you do to prevent a majestic 1,500-year-old tree from falling victim to a logging saw? Would you risk your life, inhabiting a space in the heights no bigger than a single bed, in the open, going cold,...
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Costa Rica Implements Virtual Cultural Events during the COVID-19 Pandemic
With the aim of providing spaces for encounters with art and the enhancement of the Costa Rican artist in times of the Covid-19 Pandemic. The Tico Ministry of Culture and Youth (MCJ)has launched the virtual program “AquìCultura”.This initiative seeks...
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Typical Costa Rican Foods that You Probably have not Tasted
Costa Rica is known worldwide for its beautiful beaches and pristine vegetation.However, this Caribbean country has exquisite gastronomy that more than one tourist would love to savor every time they come.Costa Rican gastronomy is a blend of European...
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Failed States and Migratory Crisis in Central America
All the provinces of Central America after its independence in 1821 sought to consolidate from agenesis of federal republics, but in 1840 this region was fragmented into small countries in order to build as nation-states. Likewise, the processes of state-making...
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Learn About the History of Mother’s Day in Costa Rica
Every August 15th, Mother’s Day is celebrated in Costa Rica, this commemoration in the country dates from the early 20th century and it is thanks to Evangelina Solís Salvatierra that this day began to be commemorated.History tells that, in...
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Get to Know the Best Hiking Trails in Costa Rica
Costa Rica, a haven for nature enthusiasts, offers a plethora of hiking trails that cater to all levels of...