al is an influenced mixture of Spanish and American cultures. San Jose is a major stop for most international airlines and is a must-stop for many tourists. Other major cities of Costa Rica include Puntarenas, Heredia, Alajuela, Cartago, Turrialba, Buenos Aires, and Puerto Limón.
             The conquest of Costa Rica by Spain began in 1563 with the founding of Cartago. Many colonists were landowners with not too much income because of the lack of jobs. Costa Rica gained independence from the country of Spain in 1821 and also becoming part of the Mexican Empire. Coffee growing, which is
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