Road Closures for Pilgrims Heading to Cartago: Routes and Safety Recommendations

In preparation for the annual pilgrimage to the Basílica de Los Ángeles in Cartago, several roads located east of San José will be closed to facilitate the movement of pilgrims. The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MOPT) announced that vehicular traffic restrictions could begin as early as noon.

Rising Dollar Price in Costa Rica: Economic Insights and Expectations

The Costa Rican colón has seen a recent uptick in value against the dollar, with a rise of around 1.23% in the last 9 days. This increase is confirmed by economists from Grupo Financiero Mercado de Valores and ACOBO Puesto de Bolsa. The exchange rate closed at ¢548.54 on the previous Friday, compared to ¢541.86 on July 20th.

New hospital in Cartago receives technical recommendation for construction