san jose costa rica

The province of San Jose is the most populated of Costa Rica’s seven provinces. It is the capital of Costa Rica. The major part of San Jose is blessed by a moderate climate where nothing more than a sweater or light weight jacket and an umbrella are all the protection from the elements you'll ever need. san jose costa rica lies between 2,296 and 4,265 feet (700 and 1,300 meters) above sea level and is under the influence of a dry season from mid-November through mid-May and a wet season during the remaining half of the year.

It is located very close to Juan Santamaria International Airport (the country’s major airport). San Jose is a noisy place, traffic jams and congestion being the norm. Despite the crowded streets it still has a surprising “small town” feel and it offers a colorful insight into the life of the average urban Costa Rican. San Jose is a place with a sprinkling of excellent museums, unique hotels and accommodations, some elegant buildings, and landscaped parks.

Good cafes and art galleries are located throughout the city. It is where most people find themselves spending some time. The city is the country's major transportation corridor and many journeys across the country involve passing through the capital. Few travelers come to San Jose for the sights, but it surely has many places to eat, dance, and spend time socializing with other people that are enjoying the nightlife.