Costa Rica ( UPSC Prelims)

News Context

Costa Rica (Capital: San Jose)

 ● Poás Volcano experiences an eruption in the heart of Costa Rica.  
      ○ The volcanic activity is centered in the Central region of the country.

Political Features

 ● Geographical Position: Situated in Central America.  
  ● Adjacent Nations: Bordered by Nicaragua to the north and Panama to the southeast.  
  ● Surrounding Waters: Flanked by the Caribbean Sea to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west.  
  ● Additional Volcanoes: Includes Irazu and Arenal.