As one of the most stable and richest capitals in Central America, San Jose has been a mecca for foreign students, scientists and artists. Nowadays, San Jose boasts of a wide range of interesting art museums, but the most unique of them all might be the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum. This place exhibits some 1,500 objects forged in gold up to 1,400 years old. It is the perfect setting to learn about the ancient history of Costa Rica, the colonial era, and how the country achieved Independence from Spain on September 15th, 1821. Finally, the Central Market has a wide gastronomic and handicraft catalog that has been developed since 1880. So, as you can see, amid the exotic nature, stands a colorful and dynamic city. With so much to do and see, this tour will surely be the highlight of your trip!
