The celebrations for Independence Day in Costa Rica begin Wednesday the 14th day of September at 6:00 pm. People will gather and sing the national anthem and carry the traditional farole (candle lanterns). In Cartago the first capital of Costa Rica, President Laura Chinchilla will receive a torch that has made its way from Guatamala by a number of runners as a symbol of the spreading of the good news of Central America's independence.
Thursday morning the 15th of September there will be parades throughout the country with marching bands and children in school uniforms and traditional dress.
Most all business's will be closed for the holiday and some roads will be closed to accommodate the parades.
Happy Independence Day Costa Rica!!!!! Pura Vida!!!!!!
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