The trial against a man named Víquez Mora, whom the Environmental Agrarian Deputy Prosecutor’s Office accused of usurping and contaminating the Buena Vista riverbed, in Rivas de Pérez Zeledón, is approaching its conclusion. The process began on August 20th, in the Criminal Court of the town La Piedra, after the investigation conducted by the Prosecutor […]
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The 10 things you should know about the reopening of Poás Volcano
After more than 16 months closed, Poás Volcano National Park will finally be reopened to the public. A vigorous volcanic activity occurred in the first quarter of last year and forced the temporary closure of the park. According to data from the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC), Poás was the second most visited national […]
Country receives international help to strengthen migrant care
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) will expand the technical and financial cooperation offered to the Costa Rican Directorate General of Migration, with the aim of strengthening its services to the public, given the increase in the number of refuge applications. This was announced by the Director of Migration, Raquel Vargas, during the […]
Strong quake shook the country
A strong earthquake shook the national territory on Wednesday afternoon at 3:33 p.m. The tremor had magnitude of 5,6 according to the National Seismological Network (RSN). The epicenter was located 4.0 km southwest of Golfito in Puntarenas. It was perceived strongly in the Central Valley. crhoy.com
A gorgeous whale jumped next to a boat in Quepos
On Wednesday morning, tourists’ cameras captured the moment when a whale jumped next to a boat in Quepos. The recording, shared on social networks by Iguana Tours, shows how the huge mammal comes out of the sea and surprises tourists who traveled on board the boat. There were even applause and screams from the passengers. […]
Toucans make tourists return to Costa Rica
Tourists visiting Costa Rica will be welcomed by eight toucans for the year. From this Tuesday, Juan Santamaría International Airport is home to the Toucan Fest, an exhibition of toucan sculptures. The works will be exhibited throughout the international terminal. The works are approximately two meters high and were made by emerging and established artists. […]