Turrialba (district) facts for kids
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Turrialba
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District
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 Turrialba
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Cartago |
| Canton | Turrialba |
| Area | |
| • Total | 56.1 km2 (21.7 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 646 m (2,119 ft) |
| Population
(2011)
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| • Total | 26,680 |
| • Density | 475.6/km2 (1,231.7/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
30501
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| Climate | Af |
Turrialba is a lively district in Costa Rica. It is part of the Turrialba canton, which is located in the Cartago Province. This area is known for its beautiful nature and interesting history.
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Exploring Turrialba's Location
Turrialba covers an area of about 56.1 square kilometers. That's like a square about 7.5 kilometers on each side! It sits at an elevation of 646 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, offering cool breezes and nice views.
What's the Weather Like in Turrialba?
Turrialba has a tropical rainforest climate. This means it's warm and rainy for most of the year. The table below shows the average temperatures and rainfall.
| Climate data for Turrialba (1961–1996) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 25.7 (78.3) |
26.1 (79.0) |
26.9 (80.4) |
27.4 (81.3) |
27.9 (82.2) |
27.7 (81.9) |
27.2 (81.0) |
27.5 (81.5) |
27.9 (82.2) |
27.5 (81.5) |
26.6 (79.9) |
27.5 (81.5) |
27.2 (80.9) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 16.5 (61.7) |
16.4 (61.5) |
17.2 (63.0) |
18.0 (64.4) |
18.8 (65.8) |
18.9 (66.0) |
18.8 (65.8) |
18.6 (65.5) |
18.7 (65.7) |
18.5 (65.3) |
18.3 (64.9) |
18.6 (65.5) |
18.1 (64.6) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 171.5 (6.75) |
145.5 (5.73) |
85.6 (3.37) |
120.2 (4.73) |
232.6 (9.16) |
276.3 (10.88) |
271.2 (10.68) |
250.7 (9.87) |
251.6 (9.91) |
251.4 (9.90) |
262.1 (10.32) |
287.1 (11.30) |
2,605.8 (102.6) |
| Source: World Meteorological Organization | |||||||||||||
Who Lives in Turrialba?
Turrialba is home to many people. In the 2011 census, about 26,680 people lived here. The population has changed over the years, as you can see in the chart below.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1864 | 776 | — | |
| 1883 | 869 | 12.0% | |
| 1927 | 9,095 | — | |
| 1950 | 13,584 | 49.4% | |
| 1963 | 19,932 | 46.7% | |
| 1973 | 18,873 | −5.3% | |
| 1984 | 23,705 | 25.6% | |
| 2000 | 32,004 | 35.0% | |
| 2011 | 26,680 | −16.6% | |
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Getting Around Turrialba
Many roads connect Turrialba to other parts of Costa Rica. These roads help people travel and transport goods.
Main Roads
National Route 10
National Route 230
National Route 411
National Route 415
What People Do in Turrialba
The economy of Turrialba is quite varied. Many people work in textiles, farming, and tourism.
Fun for Tourists
Turrialba is famous for its exciting whitewater rafting. The Pacuare and Reventazón Rivers are perfect for this sport. This makes Turrialba a top spot for adventure seekers.
The town also has a unique history. It grew and became important because of the railroad built to the Caribbean coast. This history gives Turrialba a special look and feel compared to other towns. It's even called a "City of National Archeological Interest."
Local Products and Places
Around Turrialba, you can find charming rural communities. In Santa Cruz, for example, they make delicious homemade Turrialba cheese. Other areas like La Suiza and Aquiares are also lovely to visit.
You can also visit the Serpentario Viborana. This is a special center that helps snakes.
Making Baseball History
Did you know Turrialba is home to the only official Major League baseball factory? The company Rawlings moved it here in the late 1980s. This factory is a very important employer for the town. It provides many jobs in an area that mostly focuses on farming.
Learning and Research
Turrialba is a center for learning. It has two important universities.
- The Tropical Agronomy Research and Learning Centre (CATIE) is an international center. It focuses on research and education in tropical agriculture.
- The University of Costa Rica also has a campus here.
Sports in Turrialba
Turrialba has its own football (soccer) club called Turrialba FC. They have played in Costa Rica's top football league many times. Their home games are played at the Estadio Rafael Ángel Camacho.
Images for kids
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National Route 10 sign
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National Route 230 sign
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National Route 411 sign
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National Route 415 sign
See also
In Spanish: Turrialba (distrito) para niños
