Cartago (Spanish pronunciation: [kaɾˈtaɣo]) is the head city of Cartago canton of the Cartago Province, and is composed of the Oriental and Occidental districts as stated in the administrative divisions of Costa Rica. It was the capital of Costa Rica from 1574 to 1824.

Cartago was the first real Spanish settlement and the first capital of Costa Rica. Despite this long and illustrious history, a succession of earthquakes has destroyed much of the city’s charm. What you see today is a relatively modern city. However, traces of culture and history can still be found.

Also known as the Ancient Metropoli, Cartago was the capital of Costa Rica until 1823, when this title was transferred to the city of San José. It is a relatively small province, with barely 3.124 km2 and almost 35,000 inhabitants.

With picturesque mountain views seen from the river valley, a central location for reaching any area of Costa Rica, and its ideal climate, it is not surprising that Cartago was the original Spanish capital.

Cartago es la capital y centro administrativo contemporáneo del Cantón de Cartago, en la Provincia de Cartago de Costa Rica. Se compone de los distritos Oriental y Occidental del cantón. [1] [2]

2024年9月26日 · Heading to Costa Rica? then don’t miss Cartago one of the best places in Costa Rica. Cartago is bursting with cultural treasures and historical gems! In the city, you will discover the region’s most iconic spots, while the rest of the province invites you to explore stunning natural landscapes.

Located near the foothills of the Irazu Volcano in the Central Valley of Cartago, the namesake capital city is one of the oldest towns in the country. Cartago was once the capital of Costa Rica, but it was partially destroyed by a volcanic eruption in 1732, and San Jose later took over as the cultural and entertainment center of the country in ...

2024年12月31日 · Every year, many people from all over Costa Rica come here for a pilgrimage. The area near Cartago is famous for its coffee farms, ruins, volcanoes, and cathedral buildings. So, the best things to do in the area revolve around these landmarks.

2019年6月30日 · If you're visiting Cartago, Costa Rica, here's 11 things to know before you arrive. Cartago is an excellent walking city...

2023年11月3日 · Cartago. When Spanish governor Juan Vasquez de Coronado founded the city of Cartago in 1563, he claimed that he’d never seen a more beautiful valley. The verdant mountains and fertile land were soon claimed as Costa Rica’s capital, and the Spanish constructed the most majestic colonial buildings in the country.