At 70 kilometers from the capital, San José, the Zarcero mountains are 1800 meters above sea level. In this high, fertile and volcanic land, we grow products such as: Astilbe, Agapanthus, Birds of Paradise, Ornithogalum, Iris, Gerberas, Ammi majus, Gladiolus, Lilies, and Sunflowers. Microclimates gives Río Tapezco the optimum natural conditions for growing this wide range of fresh cut flowers.
Education has been free and compulsory.
The army in Costa Rica was abolished and converts the army headquarters into cultural centers, it was the first country in the world without a standing army.
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The general assembly of the United Nations created the University of the Peace, with headquarters in Costa Rica.
President Oscar Arias promotes the peace plan for Central America, and his efforts are recognized with the Nobel Peace Prize.
Costa Rica was named the most environmentally advanced country and the happiest in the world by happy planet index.
52% of the area is forest. 35% of National Parks and Natural Protected Areas. 17% Private Lands of Forest.
We are pioneers in ecotourism.
A country of great agricultural tradition and advanced technology.
Costa Rica has enjoyed more than 60 years of democratically elected government.
Zarcero mountains are 1800 meters above sea level.
In this high, fertile and volcanic land, Rio Tapezco
produces beautiful flowers. Always in an atmosphere
of peace, work integration and environmental protection.
We are surrounded by small farms.
Our production involves quality, that only hard work,
peace and love can give.