Clues
Use these details to boost your ability to identify specific countries in the game.
Identity & symbols
Language
Spanish is the official language, using the Latin alphabet with common diacritics like accents (á, é, í, ó, ú).
Culture
Look for signs of a vibrant culture, such as murals, street art, and local markets; also, the presence of coffee plantations.
Miscellaneous
Wildlife crossings are common on highways; look for unique plant life such as palm trees and bougainvillea.
Capital
San Jose
Environment & landscape
Environment
The landscape includes tropical rainforests, mountains, and beaches, with diverse flora and fauna.
Infrastructure
Architectural styles range from colonial buildings in cities to modern structures, with a mix of urban and rural settings.
Coverage
True
Foliage
Common tree types include Guanacaste and Ceiba, with a variety of tropical plants and grasses characteristic of a tropical climate.
Topography
Costa Rica is characterized by a mix of mountainous regions, particularly the Central Mountain Range, along with coastal plains and valleys.
Roads & transportation
Cars
Vehicle registration plates are white with a blue band at the top, and the number format is usually 1234 ABC.
Driving
Vehicles drive on the right side of the road.
Signs
Road signs are typically in Spanish, with green highway signs indicating directions and distances, and yellow signs for warnings.
Stop
Stop signs read 'pare' in Costa Rica.
Bollards
Bollards are typically concrete or metal, often painted in bright colors for visibility, and are less common than in some other countries.
Poles
Utility poles are often made of wood, with crossarms to hold multiple wires; they may also have signs indicating the service provider.