Santo Domingo Canton

Santo Domingo Canton is an administrative region in Heredia Province that spans multiple districts nestled between river systems and extending into highland terrain. The area comprises eight distinct districts that together form the municipal structure.

The canton was established in 1869 and grew from a small settlement into an organized administrative region. This growth reflects how the area developed over successive generations as settlement expanded.

Agriculture shapes daily life across the eight districts, with farming practices visible throughout the area as residents work the land and share regional food traditions. Local identity is closely tied to how communities grow crops and prepare traditional meals together.

The area is well connected by multiple road routes linking it to neighboring regions, making travel between districts straightforward. Rail service is also available, offering an alternative way to navigate the canton.

The canton sits at higher elevation, creating weather patterns and growing conditions that differ from most other parts of Costa Rica. This distinction shapes which crops thrive and how farming practices adapt to the local environment.

Location: Heredia Province

Capital city: Santo Domingo

Elevation above the sea: 1,242 m

Shares border with: Heredia Canton, San Pablo Canton, San Isidro Canton, Moravia Canton, Tibás Canton, San José Canton

Website: https://munisantodomingo.go.cr

GPS coordinates: 9.98333,-84.08333

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:40