Escazú Canton, Administrative canton in San José Province, Costa Rica
Escazú Canton spans 34.53 square kilometers across three districts at an elevation of 1038 meters in the Central Valley of Costa Rica.
The territory, established as a canton in 1848, derives its name from the indigenous Huetar word Izt-kat-zu, meaning resting stone for travelers between settlements.
The canton maintains its connection to indigenous heritage through the annual National Boyero Day celebrations, featuring traditional ox cart parades recognized by UNESCO.
The canton contains numerous international corporations, luxury retail establishments, and residential developments, connected by National Routes 105 and 177.
Local folklore designates Escazú as the City of Witches, potentially originating from early Crypto-Jewish traditions of settlers in the region.
Location: San José Province
Inception: December 7, 1848
Capital city: Escazú
Elevation above the sea: 1,038 m
Shares border with: Santa Ana Canton, Mora Canton
Website: http://escazu.go.cr
GPS coordinates: 9.91667,-84.13333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:34
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