Acosta Canton, Administrative canton in San José Province, Costa Rica.
Acosta Canton extends across 342 square kilometers of mountainous terrain between the Negro River and the Jorco River in the Coastal Mountain Range.
The canton received its administrative status on October 27, 1910, through decree 24, becoming the twelfth canton in the San José Province.
The Municipal Council of Acosta includes five council members who meet regularly to make decisions about local development and community initiatives.
National Routes 209 and 301 connect the five districts of San Ignacio, Guaitil, Palmichal, Cangrejal, and Sabanillas within the canton.
The territory sits at an elevation of 1039 meters, creating different climate conditions from the surrounding regions of Costa Rica.
Location: San José Province
Capital city: San Ignacio
Elevation above the sea: 1,039 m
Shares border with: Parrita Canton, Aserrí Canton, Puriscal Canton, Mora Canton, Alajuelita Canton
Website: http://acosta.go.cr
GPS coordinates: 9.75000,-84.23333
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:44
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