1. Costa Rica just celebrated 200 years of independence!!! 

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1. Mango Trees give rashes to humans.

1. Costa Rica has multiple volcanoes.

1. The best river for rafting in Costa Rica is the Pacuare and is known to be in the top 5 most beautiful places to go rafting in the world. 

1. Turrialba is known for its cheese.

1. This little caterpillar is poisonous and can cause a toxic reaction immediately.

Megalopyge opercularis

7. The people have a shame/honor culture.

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1. Hospitality is highly important to Costa Ricans.

1. Life is more expensive than most other Central American Countries.

1. Toilet paper ALWAYS goes in the trash can.

1. The primary mode of transportation are busing and walking.

1. The country has suffered recently from flooding and from Covid-19, many homes, and jobs have been lost. 

1. Walmart is called Maspormanos or Maxi-Pali.

1. Jaco Beach is for surfing.

1. Cafecito is a special time everyday during the afternoon where everyone stops their day-to-day activities and enjoys a coffee break with cookies and conversations.

1. The primary language is Spanish however many are willing to try to speak English.

1. Fried Plantains are better than plantain chips.

2. God is present and working here too!