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  1. Heredia (Spanish pronunciation:) is a district in the Heredia canton of Heredia province, Costa Rica. As the seat of the municipality of Heredia canton, it is awarded the status of city, and by virtue of being the city of the first canton, it is the Province Capital of Heredia province as well.

  2. Heredia is the capital of the Heredia province. The lush province of Heredia Costa Rica is in the hills north of the Central Valley . It is known as the City of the Flowers due to the beautiful flora and fauna surrounding the city.

  3. Heredia, city, central Costa Rica. It is located in the Valle Central at an elevation of 3,729 feet (1,137 metres) above sea level, just northwest of San José, the national capital, via the Inter-American (Pan-American) Highway. Probably founded in the 1570s, the city was originally called.

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  4. Aug 20, 2023 · Heredia, Costa Rica, the capital city of the province with the same name is locally known as the Ciudad de las Flores (city of flowers). This affectionate nickname came from the cultivation of beautiful flowers in its high mountain and also because Heredia is recognized as the city with the most beautiful Costa Rican women.

  5. The capital of Heredia province is the small yet quaint Heredia city, which is just 10 km from northern San Jose at the foothills of the extinct Brava Volcano.

  6. Sep 9, 2024 · Heredia CR sits close to San Jose, the capital city making it a great starting point to explore the area around it. This city caters to all kinds of visitors – those looking for excitement, to dive into the culture, to travel or just to unwind and enjoy the local vibe. It’s certainly safer than San Jose, however, still use your common sense.

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  8. Just a short drive from Costa Rica’s capital of San Jose is the smaller city of Heredia. This historic town has middle- and upper-class neighborhoods, universities, parks, and a downtown with a real local feel. In this post, we’ll give you a guide to Heredia, including some historic sites, activities, good restaurants, and popular hotels.