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San José
San José is Costa Rica's capital city.
Catholic jurisdiction: Latin — Archdiocese of San José de Costa Rica
About San José
San José is located in the San José Province of Costa Rica. It is the country's central hub, situated in the central valley.
San José is a notable city due to its rich history and cultural significance, blending traditional and modern elements. The city's economy is driven by various sectors, including services, industry, and tourism, giving it a unique character.
San José's civic information, including rules, fees, transport, and local services, is collected and verified against official sources, providing a valuable resource for those looking to learn more about the city.
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Notable people from San José
Ranked by number of Wikipedia languages that have an article — a proxy for cross-cultural notability. Data: Wikidata.
Óscar Arias Sánchezb. 1941President of Costa Rica (1986–1990, 2006–2010)
Laura Chinchillab. 195946th President of Costa Rica
Bryan Ruizb. 1985Costa Rican footballer
Luis Guillermo Solísb. 1958Costa Rican 47th president
Joel Campbellb. 1992Costa Rican footballer
Celso Borgesb. 1988Costa Rican association football player
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Topics
✈️ Airports
Airports serving the city, services, and terminal info.
🏛 City Hall
The main municipal services — ID renewal, residency certificates, civil status and more.
• Courts & Judiciary
Local, appeal, and supreme courts serving this city.
📅 Events
Upcoming events, festivals, council meetings and public activities scheduled in the city.
🏥 Healthcare & Hospitals
Public hospitals, health departments, emergency care, and vaccination information.
• Museums
Notable museums, galleries and exhibition halls — hours and descriptions.
⛪ Religious sites
Churches, synagogues, mosques and other places of worship.
• Schools & Education
Public school enrollment, universities, and continuing education.
• Waste & Recycling
Garbage collection, recycling centers, bulky pickup, and hazardous disposal.
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About this city page
Topics are updated from official sources and translated to English. Every page tells you where the information came from and the date it was last verified. For anything legally binding (fines, deadlines, fees), always double-check on the official source.
Live info — upcoming events, road closures and latest press — lives in the right rail.