Santa Ana Canton, Administrative canton in San José Province, Costa Rica
Santa Ana Canton extends across 61.42 square kilometers at 904 meters elevation, containing six districts: Santa Ana, Salitral, Pozos, Uruca, Piedades, and Brasil.
The territory gained canton status in 1907, separating from Escazú, with the first council session taking place on September 15 of that year.
The canton maintains numerous soccer fields, a gymnasium, basketball courts, and the Municipal School of Integrated Arts for cultural development and recreation.
Transportation access includes National Routes 27, 121, 147, 310, and 311, connecting residents to San José and the Pacific coast through regular bus services.
Santa Ana Canton holds the highest Human Development Index in Costa Rica as of 2022, measuring 0.871 on the scale.
Location: San José Province
Capital city: Santa Ana
Elevation above the sea: 904 m
Shares border with: Mora Canton, Escazú Canton
Website: http://santaana.go.cr
GPS coordinates: 9.93333,-84.18333
Latest update: March 14, 2025 07:07
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