| Capital | San José |
|---|---|
| Population | 5 129 910 inh. |
| Area | 51 100 km² |
| Population density | 100.4 inh./km² |
| Local time | --:-- |
| Language(s) | Spanish |
| Political system | Unitary presidential constitutional republic |
| National motto | ¡Vivan siempre el trabajo y la paz! |
| National anthem | Noble patria, tu hermosa bandera (Noble motherland, your beautiful flag) |
| Currency | Costa Rican colón (CRC) |
| Land borders | Nicaragua, Panama |
| Maritime borders | Pacific Ocean, Caribbean Sea |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Costa Rica?
San José is the capital of Costa Rica.