Los Guido facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Los Guido
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District
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 Los Guido
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | San José |
| Canton | Desamparados |
| Creation | 1 September 2003 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.01 km2 (1.16 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,250 m (4,100 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 24,102 |
| • Density | 8,007/km2 (20,740/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
10313
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Los Guido is a special area called a district in Costa Rica. It is part of the Desamparados canton, which is like a county, and it's located in the San José province.
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Los Guido: A District in Costa Rica
Los Guido is a district found in the country of Costa Rica. It is located within the San José Province, which is one of Costa Rica's main regions. Within this province, Los Guido is part of the Desamparados canton. A canton is a type of local government area, similar to a county or a borough in other countries.
A Look at Los Guido's History
Los Guido became an official district on September 1, 2003. This happened when a special government order, called Decreto 31380-G, was put into place.
Where is Los Guido Located?
Los Guido covers an area of about 3.01 square kilometers. To help you imagine this, it's a bit smaller than some large parks. The district is also located at an elevation of 1250 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which can affect the climate and scenery.
How Many People Live There?
According to the 2011 census, Los Guido had a population of 24,102 people. This number tells us how many inhabitants lived in the district at that time.
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| 2011 | 24,102 | — | |
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See also
- In Spanish: Los Guido para niños (Los Guido for kids)
