What is the Capital of Costa Rica?

The flag of Costa Rica is composed of five horizontal bands of blue, white, red, white and blue. The central red band is twice the height of the other four bands. The national coat of arms is placed in a white elliptical disk toward the hoist side of the red band.
Capital of Costa Rica San José

The capital city of Costa Rica is San José. Costa Rica is located in Central America, North America, with a population of 5,309,625. The official currency is the Costa Rican colón and the primary language spoken is Spanish.

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Capital of Costa Rica — FAQ

What is the capital of Costa Rica?

The capital of Costa Rica is San José.

Is San José the largest city in Costa Rica?

Yes — San José is both the capital and the largest city of Costa Rica.

What country is San José in?

San José is the capital city of Costa Rica.

What continent is San José in?

San José, the capital of Costa Rica, is located in North America.

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