San Luis District facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Luis
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District
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Mountains of San Luis, Turrubares.
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 San Luis
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | San José |
| Canton | Turrubares |
| Area | |
| • Total | 43.71 km2 (16.88 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 306 m (1,004 ft) |
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| • Total | 517 |
| • Density | 11.828/km2 (30.63/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
11604
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San Luis is a small area called a district in Costa Rica. It is part of the Turrubares canton, which is like a county. San Luis is located in the San José province.
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About San Luis
San Luis is a quiet district known for its natural beauty. It is a great place to learn about the geography and people of Costa Rica.
Where is San Luis?
San Luis covers an area of about 43.71 square kilometers. This is roughly the size of 4,371 football fields! It sits at an elevation of 306 meters above sea level. This means it's about as high as a 100-story building.
People of San Luis
The number of people living in San Luis has changed over many years. In 1927, there were 459 people. By 1950, the population grew to 763. However, it went down to 450 people in 1963.
According to the 2011 census, 517 people lived in San Luis. A census is like a big count of everyone in a country. It helps us understand how many people live in different places.
Getting Around San Luis
Road Transportation
One main road helps people travel in and out of San Luis. This road is called National Route 319. It connects San Luis to other areas.
