Coronado Fast Facts
| Population | 60,000 (approx.) |
| Country | Costa Rica |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Geography | Located in the southern part of the Braulio Carrillo National Park and just 6 miles (10 kilometers) from San José, capital of Costa Rica. |
| Climate | Pleasant spring-like temperatures all year, never fluctuating very far from 70ºF. Rainy season: May to mid-November. Dry season: mid-November to April |
| Local fare | High reliance on fresh fruits and vegetables; savory yet mild. Costa Rican staples: gallo pinto (dish of rice and black beans), casado (rice, beans, meat and salad), fried plantains, salsa lizano (condiment), coffee, corn tortillas, picadillos (meat and vegetable combinations). |
| Did you know? | In a recent study, Costa Rica was deemed the happiest country on the planet! |
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