Culture of Costa Rica

Culture Of Costa Rica

Costa Rican culture is heavily influenced by Spanish culture, with the exception of Limón and the Cordillera de Talamanca.

The official language of Costa Rica is Spanish. Native languages include Bribrí, as well as others spoken by thousands of Costa Ricans. English is the first foreign language and the second most taught language in Costa Rica, followed by French, German, Italian and Chinese.

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