Curubandé de Liberia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Curubandé
District
Curubandé Location in Costa Rica
Country	Costa Rica
Province	Guanacaste
Canton	Liberia
Creation	26 November 1971
Area
• Total	81.14 km2 (31.33 sq mi)
Elevation	322 m (1,056 ft)
Population  (2011)
• Total	2,527
• Density	31.144/km2 (80.662/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC−06:00
Postal code	50105

Curubandé is a district found in the Liberia area, within the Guanacaste province of Costa Rica. It's a place known for its natural beauty and growing importance in tourism and energy.

A Look Back in Time

Curubandé was officially created on November 26, 1971. This happened through a special government decision called "Decreto Ejecutivo 2077-G." Before this, it was part of the Liberia area.

Where is Curubandé?

Curubandé covers an area of about 81.14 square kilometers. That's roughly 31 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 322 meters (about 1,056 feet) above sea level.

Local Communities

The main town and administrative center of the district is called Cereceda. Other smaller communities in the district include Colorado and Curubandé itself.

Who Lives in Curubandé?

According to the 2011 census, Curubandé had a population of 2,527 people. A census is like a big count of everyone living in a place at a certain time.

Getting Around Curubandé

Road Connections

The district has important roads that help people travel. One of the main roads that passes through Curubandé is:

• National Route 1

What's Important for Curubandé?

Curubandé has become a popular spot for tourists in Costa Rica. This is mainly because it's very close to the amazing Rincon de la Vieja National Park. People visit the park to see volcanoes, hot springs, and beautiful wildlife.

The district is also home to the Las Pailas Geothermal Central. This is a large power plant that uses geothermal energy. Geothermal energy comes from the heat deep inside the Earth. This plant helps provide a lot of the electricity that Costa Rica needs.

See also

In Spanish: Curubandé para niños