Barva facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Barva
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Barva Church
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 Barva
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Heredia |
| Canton | Barva |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.82 km2 (0.32 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,176 m (3,858 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,997 |
| • Density | 6,090/km2 (15,780/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
40201
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| Climate | Am |
Barva is a district in the Heredia area of Costa Rica. It is part of the Barva canton. This city is special because it blends country views with city life.
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What Does the Name Barva Mean?
The name Barva comes from a leader named Barvac or Barvak. He lived in the area around 1569. The name might have a few different meanings:
- Some think it means New Tlapallan in the Nahuatl language. Or it could be from Tla pallapan, which in the Huetar language was Tabaraba or Abaraba. This means Black River or Dark River.
- Another idea is that it means Anteater Town. This comes from the words Bal (town) and wac (anteater).
- A third idea suggests it means Bees Tribe. This comes from Bar or bur (bees) and ba or bac (tribe).
The name of the city was changed from Barba to Barva in 1974.
Where is Barva Located?
Barva covers an area of about 0.82 square kilometers. It is located 1,176 meters above sea level. This district is just 3 kilometers north of Heredia.
Fun Culture and Festivals
Saint Bartholomew and the Mask Festival
The town's special protector is Saint Bartholomew. There is a big church in Barva called Iglesia de San Bartolomé de Barva. It was built a long time ago, between 1568 and 1575.
Every year on August 24, the people of Barva have a big party for Saint Bartholomew. The most exciting part of this celebration is a special mask festival. People wear amazing masks and playfully tap others with cow and pig bladders. It's a very unique and fun tradition!
How Many People Live in Barva?
According to the 2011 census, Barva had a population of 4,997 people.
Getting Around Barva
Roads
You can get to Barva using these main roads:
National Route 119
National Route 126
Famous People from Barva
- Bernardo Rodríguez y Alfaro
See also
In Spanish: Barva (distrito) para niños
