Palmares de Alajuela facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Palmares
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Skyline of Palmares
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 Palmares
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Alajuela |
| Canton | Palmares |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.14 km2 (0.44 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,017 m (3,337 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,599 |
| • Density | 3,157/km2 (8,180/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
20701
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Palmares is a small area, called a district, in the Alajuela province of Costa Rica. It's part of the Palmares canton.
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Exploring Palmares: Location and Size
Palmares is a district in the beautiful Central Valley of Costa Rica. It covers an area of about 1.14 square kilometers. The district is located at an elevation of 1,017 meters above sea level.
Palmares is about 6 kilometers southeast of San Ramón. It is also 38 kilometers northwest of Alajuela, the capital city of the province. The national capital city, San Jose, is about 56 kilometers away.
People of Palmares: Population Facts
The number of people living in Palmares has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1883 | 2,142 | — | |
| 1892 | 741 | −65.4% | |
| 1927 | 1,364 | 84.1% | |
| 1950 | 1,643 | 20.5% | |
| 1963 | 2,348 | 42.9% | |
| 1973 | 3,083 | 31.3% | |
| 1984 | 3,766 | 22.2% | |
| 2000 | 4,105 | 9.0% | |
| 2011 | 3,599 | −12.3% | |
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According to the 2011 census, Palmares had a population of 3,599 people.
Getting Around: Roads in Palmares
The district of Palmares has important roads that help people travel. These roads connect Palmares to other towns and cities.
Main Road Routes
The following main road routes pass through Palmares:
- National Route 135
- National Route 148
Fun and Festivities: Palmares Culture
Palmares is well-known for its exciting cultural events. The most famous event is the Fiestas de Palmares.
The Fiestas de Palmares
Every January, the city of Palmares hosts its famous 'Fiestas'. This is a huge fair organized by a local group. The Fiestas de Palmares are one of the biggest fairs in Costa Rica. Other large fairs include Zapote in December and Liberia in July.
The Palmares fair lasts for two weeks. Two days are especially important:
- The 'Tope': This is a massive parade where many people ride horses through the town.
- The 'Carnaval': This is a lively carnival with music, dancing, and colorful celebrations.
During these special days, more than 500,000 people might visit Palmares! It's a very popular event that brings many visitors to the district.
See also
In Spanish: Palmares (Costa Rica) para niños
