Birrisito facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Birrisito
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District
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 Birrisito
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Cartago |
| Canton | Paraíso |
| Founded | 18 August 2021 |
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| • Total | 7.5 km2 (2.9 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,325 m (4,347 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
30206
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Birrisito is a special area called a district. It is part of the Paraíso canton, which is in the Cartago province of Costa Rica.
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History
Birrisito became a district quite recently. A person called a deputy, Paola Valladares, suggested creating it on July 13, 2020. A deputy is like a representative who helps make laws for the country.
Her idea was approved by the Legislative Assembly on July 12, 2021. The Legislative Assembly is where laws are discussed and passed. The law officially creating Birrisito was signed on July 28, 2021. It was then announced to everyone on August 18, 2021.
Because of the general elections in 2022, Birrisito officially started working as a district after the elections were over. Before it became its own district, this area was part of Paraíso.
Geography
Birrisito covers an area of about 7.5 square kilometers. That's about 2.9 square miles. It is located 1,325 meters (about 4,347 feet) above sea level.
You can find Birrisito about 8 kilometers (5 miles) southeast of Cartago.
Demographics
When the 2011 census happened, Birrisito was not yet a separate district. So, the people living in this area were counted as part of the Paraíso district.
Places in Birrisito
- Main town: Birrisito.
- Small villages: La Huerta, El Alto Jesús de la Misericordia (also called Alto Birrisito), El Carmen neighborhood, and el Chiral.
Economy
Farming
People in Birrisito grow many different crops. These include tomatoes, sweet chili peppers, cucumbers, and beans. They also grow corn, various vegetables, sweet potatoes, and chayote. Coffee is another important crop grown here.
Tourism
Birrisito has a good chance to develop rural tourism. This means visitors can enjoy the countryside, learn about farm life, and experience nature.
Getting Around
Roads
Several important roads pass through Birrisito. These roads help people travel to and from the district.
National Route 10
National Route 224
See also
In Spanish: Birrisito para niños
