Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a country located in Central America, bordered by Nicaragua, Panama, the Pacific Ocean, and the Caribbean Sea, covering an area of approximately 51,100 square kilometers. As of 2025, Costa Rica has a population of over 5.2 million, with Spanish as the official language. The country features diverse geography including volcanic mountain ranges, cloud forests, and both Pacific and Caribbean beaches, with a tropical climate moderated by altitude. San Jose serves as the capital.

Costa Rica is one of the most stable and prosperous countries in Central America, known for its environmental leadership and progressive social policies. The economy is driven by eco-tourism, technology services, medical devices, and agricultural exports including coffee, bananas, and pineapples. Costa Rica is renowned for its conservation efforts, with over 25% of its territory protected as national parks and reserves. The country abolished its army in 1949 and continues to invest heavily in education, healthcare, and renewable energy.