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.