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Values, traditions, norms, customs, history, folklore, religion, institution and language together make up the Culture of Costa Rica. It's mainly the people of a country that represent the culture of any country. This is where, "Tico", the locals of Costa Rica comes to scene. Friendly, helpful, educated, environmentally aware, unhurried and relaxed are some of the main traits of the Ticos. It's the peace-loving trait of the Ticos that help in stabilizing the religion of Costa Rica, that you can witness yourself during Tours to Costa Rica.
Much of Costa Rica's Culture is influenced by the Spanish people and their customs; however, the center and southern portions of Costa Rica had Chibcha influences. Boasting of a varied history, Costa Rica served as the meeting ground for Mesoamerican and South American native cultures. Talking of the social classes in Costa Rica, one can undoubtedly say that it is homogenous. Majority of the population comprise of middle-class. Although Costa Ricans earn very low income, but when compared to other neighbor countries, it is still better.
"Machismo" is the main characteristic of Costa Rica Culture. The fact that Costa Rica Culture has ample space for moderation led many tourists fall in love with Costa Rica. Race wise, Costa Ricans hate to be regarded as racists but on the other hand they feel proud of their whiteness. Spanish is the official language of Costa Rica and most of the people know to converse in English too.
Roman Catholic is supposed to be the main religion of Costa Rica, Protestants, Jewish, Buddhist and Islamic religions are the other religions practiced in Costa Rica. Speaking of the education, it's made free and obligatory for all up to 6th grade. Costa Rica was the first one to take such step in the field of education. Isn't nice to hear that nearly 27 % of the national budget is spent on education and culture in Costa Rica.
Get to know more about Costa Rica Culture during your Costa Rica Vacations. Ticos are not biased in any way and they do frown upon excessive power of the Church and fanaticism.
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