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León XIII
District
León XIII district location in Costa Rica
León XIII district location in Costa Rica
León XIII
Location in Costa Rica
Country  Costa Rica
Province San José
Canton Tibás
Creation 14 March 1994
Area
 • Total 0.78 km2 (0.30 sq mi)
Elevation
1,094 m (3,589 ft)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total 13,661
 • Density 17,510/km2 (45,360/sq mi)
Time zone UTC−06:00
Postal code
11304

León XIII is a small but important district located in the Tibás area, within the San José province of Costa Rica. It's a place where many people live and work, contributing to the vibrant life of the region.

About León XIII

Where is León XIII?

León XIII is found in the beautiful country of Costa Rica. It's part of the San José province, which is a big area, and more specifically, it belongs to the Tibás canton. Think of a canton like a county or a smaller region within a province.

How Big is It?

This district is quite small in terms of land area. It covers about 0.78 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's less than one square kilometer! It sits at an elevation of about 1094 meters above sea level, which means it's located in a somewhat elevated area.

History of León XIII

León XIII was officially created on March 14, 1994. This happened because of a special law called Ley 7377. This law helped to define the district's boundaries and set it up as a recognized part of the Tibás canton.

People of León XIII

How Many People Live Here?

According to the 2011 census, about 13,661 people lived in León XIII. This shows that even though it's a small area, it's home to a good number of residents.

Getting Around

Roads in the District

Getting around León XIII is made easier by its road network. One important road that passes through or near the district is National Route 39. This route helps connect León XIII to other parts of the region, making travel simpler for its residents.

  • CR RNP 39
    National Route 39 sign
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