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San José, or Chepe, as locals adoringly call it, has experienced high growth rates in the past century, turning it into a true Latin American metropolis. Although not the most aesthetically pleasing city, and suffering from traffic woes and less than stellar architectural preservation, there is an indescribable charm about the city that is discovered by visitors upon meeting friendly locals or "ticos" at a local café and witnessing historical gems like the National Theater and the National Cathedral.
San José features a vibrant urban center, with a pleasant pedestrian-only boulevard taking you by a variety of restaurants, shops, and some of the city's best attractions. At night you can feel the pulsing hearbeat of the city in the festive beats emanating from the many salsa clubs that can be found all over the city. Fanning out from downtown, you will encounter quieter neighborhoods, a variety of tranquil parks, and pockets of activity like the San Pedro Mall and El Pueblo. Not far from the city center, you will be able to experience quiet neighboring towns, including the pristine colonial capital, Cartago. From San José's two bus terminals (the Pacific Terminal and the Caribbean Terminal), you are able to easily travel anywhere in the country and experience the natural wonders of Costa Rica.San José is located in the Central Valley region of Costa Rica, known for its green, fertile land, coffee plantations, and its two famous volcanoes: Poás and Irazú.
About 1.5 million people live in the province of San José.
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What is San José Like?
San José, or Chepe, as locals adoringly call it, has experienced high growth rates in the past century, turning it into a true Latin American metropolis. Although not the most aesthetically pleasing city, and suffering from traffic woes and less than stellar architectural preservation, there is an indescribable charm about the city that is discovered by visitors upon meeting friendly locals or "ticos" at a local café and witnessing historical gems like the National Theater and the National Cathedral.
San José features a vibrant urban center, with a pleasant pedestrian-only boulevard taking you by a variety of restaurants, shops, and some of the city's best attractions. At night you can feel the pulsing hearbeat of the city in the festive beats emanating from the many salsa clubs that can be found all over the city. Fanning out from downtown, you will encounter quieter neighborhoods, a variety of tranquil parks, and pockets of activity like the San Pedro Mall and El Pueblo. Not far from the city center, you will be able to experience quiet neighboring towns, including the pristine colonial capital, Cartago. From San José's two bus terminals (the Pacific Terminal and the Caribbean Terminal), you are able to easily travel anywhere in the country and experience the natural wonders of Costa Rica.
Region and Population
About 1.5 million people live in the province of San José.
Climate & Weather
| Current Conditions for San José | Forecast for San José | |
Sun, 05 Feb 2012 2:58 pm CST Partly Cloudy 81 F | Sun 5 Feb 2012 Partly Cloudy Low: 72 F High: 92 F | Mon 6 Feb 2012 Partly Cloudy Low: 74 F High: 92 F |
