San Lorenzo District, San Ramón facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Lorenzo
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District
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 San Lorenzo
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Alajuela |
| Canton | San Ramón |
| Creation | 30 August 2016 |
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| • Total | 309.15 km2 (119.36 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 200 m (700 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
20214
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San Lorenzo is a special area called a district in Costa Rica. It is part of the San Ramón canton, which is like a county. San Lorenzo is located in the Alajuela province.
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What is San Lorenzo?
San Lorenzo is a district within the larger area of San Ramón canton. It is found in the Alajuela province of Costa Rica. Districts are smaller parts of a canton, similar to how a neighborhood is part of a city.
When was San Lorenzo Created?
San Lorenzo is a fairly new district. It was officially created on August 30, 2016. This happened through a special government decision called "Acuerdo Ejecutivo N° 026-2016-MGP." This means the government decided to make it its own district.
Where is San Lorenzo Located?
San Lorenzo covers an area of about 309.15 square kilometers. To help you imagine, that's a pretty big space! It is also located at an elevation of 200 meters above sea level. This means it's not too high up, but also not right at the coast.
What Villages are in San Lorenzo?
The main village in San Lorenzo is called Valle Azul. This is like the central town of the district. San Lorenzo also includes several smaller communities, often called hamlets. These include:
- Bajo Córdoba
- Bajo Rodríguez
- Cataratas
- Colonia Palmareña
- Coopezamora
- Criques
- Kooper
- Los Lagos
- Las Rocas
- San Jorge
How Do People Get Around in San Lorenzo?
Getting around San Lorenzo is mainly done by road. The district has specific road routes that help people travel.
What are the Main Road Routes?
Two important national road routes pass through San Lorenzo:
- National Route 702
- National Route 739
These routes connect San Lorenzo to other parts of Costa Rica, making it easier for people and goods to move.
See also
In Spanish: San Lorenzo de San Ramón para niños
