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Costa Rica's Dia de la Independencia

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September 16th 2012
Ay dios mio... Friday night was the parade of 'faroles'. Everyone had little decorated 'faroles' that had lights or candles in them. Some were homemade, and others were bought. All the kids were so excited. My host family, ashley, and I walked in the parade. Numerous times I thought my hair was going to catch on fire... Not fun. After the parade, all of the linfield students wen ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Costa Rica » Alajuela » San Ramon

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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