Costa Rica Flag
The flag of Costa Rica is a horizontal tricolor of blue, white, and red. The blue and white stripes represent the sky and the sea, respectively, and the red stripe represents the warmth and passion of the Costa Rican people. The coat of arms on the state flag features seven gold stars arranged in a circular pattern, symbolizing the seven provinces of the Republic of Costa Rica.
The colors of the flag are inspired by the ideals of the French Revolution of 1848, including freedom, equality, and brotherhood. The flag is an important symbol of national identity and pride for the people of Costa Rica.
Costa Rica flag downloads
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Country information
Costa Rica is a country located in Central America, bordered by Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the south, the Pacific Ocean to the west, and the Caribbean Sea to the east. It is a small country with a land area of about 19,700 square miles, and it is home to over 5 million people, making it the 121st most populous country in the world.
Costa Rica has a diverse and multicultural society, with people of Indigenous, European, African, and Asian descent living in the country. The official language is Spanish, and the country has a predominantly Roman Catholic population.
Costa Rica has a varied and unique landscape, ranging from rainforests to mountains to beaches. The country is known for its beautiful natural scenery and biodiversity, and it is a popular tourist destination.
Costa Rica has a stable and democratic government, with a presidential system of government. It is a member of the United Nations, the Union of Latin American and Caribbean States, and the Organization of American States, and it has a strong relationship with the United States and other countries in the region.
Costa Rica has a strong and diversified economy, with a wide range of industries including agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. It is a major exporter of coffee, bananas, and pineapples, and it is also home to a growing technology sector.
| Independent | Yes |
| Country codes | CR, CRI (ISO 3166-1) |
| Official name | Republic of Costa Rica |
| Official languages | Spanish |
| Religion | 72.6% Christianity, 27.0% No religion, 0.4% Others |
| Capital city | San José |
| Continent | North America |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (CST) |
| Member of | United Nations |
| Organization of American States | |
| Central American Integration System | |
| Population | 5,211,099 (2023) |
| Population density | 100 per Km2 (258 people per mi2) |
| Urban Population | 80.0 % of the population is urban (4,074,214 people in 2020) |
| Migrants (net) | 4,200 |
| Median age | 33.5 years |
| Total area | The total land area is 51,060 Km2 (19,714 sq. miles) |
| Highest point | Cerro Chirripó (3 820 m, 12 533 ft) |
| Lowest point | North Pacific Ocean, Caribbean Sea |
| GDP per capita | $ 12,472 (World Bank, 2021) |
| Currency | Costa Rican colón (₡, CRC) |
| Calling code | +506 |
| Internet TLD | .cr (click here to find and register domain name) |
| Country Wikipedia Page | Costa Rica Wikipedia Page |
Main Cities by Population in Costa Rica
| # | CITY NAME | POPULATION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Jose | 335,007 |
| 2 | Limon | 63,081 |
| 3 | San Francisco | 55,923 |
| 4 | Alajuela | 47,494 |
| 5 | Liberia | 45,380 |
| 6 | Paraiso | 39,702 |
| 7 | Puntarenas | 35,650 |
| 8 | San Isidro | 34,877 |
| 9 | Curridabat | 34,586 |
| 10 | San Vicente | 34,447 |
| 10 | San Vicente de Moravia | 34,447 |
| 11 | San Jose | 31,430 |
| 12 | Purral | 30,034 |
| 13 | Turrialba | 28,955 |
| 14 | San Miguel | 28,827 |
| 15 | San Pedro | 27,477 |
| 16 | San Rafael Abajo | 27,419 |
| 17 | Quesada | 27,310 |
| 18 | Ipis | 26,669 |
| 19 | Cartago | 26,594 |
| 20 | Chacarita | 26,354 |
| 21 | San Juan | 26,047 |
| 22 | Mercedes | 26,007 |
| 23 | Guadalupe | 26,005 |
| 24 | Aserri | 25,874 |
| 25 | San Rafael | 25,410 |
| 26 | San Felipe | 24,985 |
| 27 | Patarra | 23,983 |
| 28 | Tejar | 22,433 |
| 29 | Heredia | 21,947 |
| 30 | San Pablo | 21,662 |
| 31 | Calle Blancos | 20,710 |
| 32 | Canas | 20,306 |
| 33 | Guapiles | 19,092 |
| 34 | Siquirres | 18,231 |
| 35 | San Diego | 16,991 |
| 36 | Colima | 15,875 |
| 37 | Esparza | 15,575 |
| 38 | San Juan de Dios | 15,469 |
| 39 | Nicoya | 15,313 |
| 40 | San Rafael Arriba | 15,051 |
