Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Santa Teresa is a small town in Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica. It is located about 150 kilometres (93 mi) west of the capital city of San José. Like other coastal villages on the Nicoya Peninsula, Santa Teresa started as a remote fishing village, relying on agriculture, cattle ranching and small-scale fishing. Today, tourism is the main source of income of most families.

Transportation

Public transport connects the neighboring cities of Cobano, Montezuma and Mal Pais. Direct bus connections go as far as San José. Car and ATV rentals are also available.

References

Lonely Planet Costa Rica ISBN 1-74059-118-6
B&B Map Costa Rica Road Map ISBN 3-89707-510-5

Coordinates: 9°39′N 85°10′W / 9.650°N 85.167°W / 9.650; -85.167

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