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To most people the National bird of Costa Rica is known as the clay-colored thrush. To Costa Ricans, it’s known as the Yiguirro. But regardless of what it’s called, it is still a very important piece of Costa Rican culture. In this article, we’ll be discussing how it became the national bird, when it happened, where they can be found, …
Spain has had the history of overseeing one of the largest empires in the world. Its control over a vast empire allowed it to spread its influence upon many of its holdings around the world, including its language, religion, culture and traditions. It is due to this that bullfighting has a long tradition in Costa Rica. If you are in …
Trees have played important roles throughout human history. Costa Rica’s Guanacaste Tree is revered in Costa Rican culture and is an important feature in Tico life. The Guanacaste tree provides fruit for sustenance, wood for shelter, and some species even provide a ready source of water. It plays such an important role in the country that it has been named …
Flying with young kids to Costa Rica (or anywhere) can be a stressful experience depending on the childrens ages and how many will be travelling. However, traveling with kids and letting them see what its like outside their neighborhood is really important as well as educational. So, if flying to places like Costa Rica isn’t fun, then they won’t want …
Costa Rica is home to many beautiful plants and animals. Its rainforest is home to a diverse ecosystem, and you’ll be hard pressed to single out one living thing, whether plant or animal, that you can claim to be the most beautiful. The enigmatic Guaria Morada. was so beautiful and has had such a cultural impact on Costa Rica, that …
