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Costa Rica is a tropical and mountainous country located on the narrow Central American isthmus, it is situated between 8 and 11 degrees above the equator, with Nicaragua to the North and Panamá to the South. To the East and West are the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean, respectively.
Costa Rica has an area of roughly 51,100 square kilometers (31,682 square miles). Even so, it is internationally famous and recognized for the diversity and density of its natural resources and for the fabled kindness of its inhabitants
These facts set it apart as an especially attractive destination for foreign tourists who, not incidentally, make far more than a million and a half visits a year.
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Banking
Banks are open from 9 am to 3 pm and do not close for lunch. Some private banks are open until 7 pm. |
 Time Zone
Costa Rica is in the same time zone as U.S. Central Standard Time, but does not observe Daylight Savings Time. |
 Taxes
There is a 13% sales tax at hotels, restaurants and most service industries and an additional 3.69% tourist tax at hotels. |
Language
Spanish is the official language. English is spoken in tourist areas throughout the country. |
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Average temperature ranges in San Jose are from 57°F to 75°F (14°C to 24°C).
Direct - dial telephone service, facsimile, telex, radio, internet service and cable television are all available around the entire country.