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Painting the well

Painting murals and working on a good tan
Happy Birthday AMURECI

February 8th 2006
Four years ago, a group of local women decided to do more for themselves and their community in the small town of Santa Clara, Costa Rica. Besides being full time moms and housewives, these seven women initiated the association of women known as AMURECI. Using recycled materials, AMURECI started off by handmaking and selling banana paper made from the banana trees in their own back yard. Now AMUR ... read more
Central America Caribbean » Costa Rica

Costa Rican Flag Costa Rica is a Central American success story: since the late 19th century, only two brief periods of violence have marred its democratic development. Although still a largely agricultural country, it has expanded its economy to include strong techn... ... read more
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