Carara District facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Carara
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District
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 Carara
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | San José |
| Canton | Turrubares |
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| • Total | 220.35 km2 (85.08 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 440 m (1,440 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,810 |
| • Density | 8.214/km2 (21.27/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
11605
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Carara is a special area called a district in Costa Rica. It is part of the Turrubares canton, which is located in the San José province.
About Carara
Carara covers an area of about 220.35 square kilometers. This is roughly the size of 22,000 football fields! It is located at an elevation of 440 meters above sea level. This means it's about as high as a 145-story building.
People of Carara
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| 2011 | 1,810 | — | |
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According to the 2011 census, 1,810 people lived in Carara. This number helps us understand how many people call Carara home.
Getting Around Carara
Road Transportation
Several important roads connect Carara to other places. These roads help people travel and transport goods within the district and beyond. The main road routes that pass through Carara are:
- National Route 319
- National Route 320
- National Route 324
See also
You can also find information about Carara for kids in Spanish: Carara para niños
