festivities
PHOTOS: The lantern parade that kicks off Costa Rica’s Independence Day
On the 15th of September 1821, Costa Rica gained independence from Spain – just like the rest of Central America. Every year, this event is still celebrated with parades, traditional
PHOTOS: Independence Day in Costa Rica
During Independence Day in Costa Rica many festivities are going on in the country and the rest of Central America. Costa Rican towns, small and big, typically celebrate this day
