map of costa rica regions

MSN: The safest regions in Costa Rica to visit - and the areas locals avoid at night The safest regions in Costa Rica to visit - and the areas locals avoid at night Costa Rica has earned a reputation as a paradise of lush rainforests, volcanic landscapes, and pristine beaches. Yet beneath its breathtaking beauty lies a more complicated reality about safety that ... The Tico Times: Why Costa Rica’s Northern Huetar Region Struggles Despite Its Riches Costa Rica’s Northern Huetar Region, a sprawling area of 9,790 square kilometers, is home to over 437,000 people across districts like San Carlos, Upala, Los Chiles, Guatuso, Sarapiquí, and parts of ...