Limón Province

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Limón Province?Eastern Costa Rica, bordering Nicaragua and Panama
2. How many people live in Limón Province?386,862 (approximate)
3. How big is Limón Province?9,189 km²
4. What is the capital of Limón Province?Puerto Limón
5. What language do people speak in Limón Province?Spanish
6. What is the major cities?Puerto Limón, Siquirres, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Guápiles

Cordillera de Talamanca: A major mountain range in Costa Rica, influencing Limón's topography and ecosystems.
Afro-Costa Ricans: Costa Ricans of African descent, forming a significant cultural and demographic group in Limón.
Limón Creole: A creole language spoken in Limón Province, a blend of English, Spanish, and African linguistic elements.
Cantons: Administrative subdivisions within Costa Rican provinces, with Limón having six.