Limón Province, Caribbean province in Costa Rica.
Limón Province extends along the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica and includes dense rainforest, wide banana plantations, and black sand beaches. Six cantons form this territory, reaching from the sea to the humid lowland forests inland.
The construction of a railway line to the port in the late 19th century opened the region to international trade. Workers from Jamaica and other Caribbean islands came here and shaped the area permanently.
Afro-Caribbean communities across the area often speak an English creole patois and use coconut milk in many traditional dishes. Calypso rhythms and colorful celebrations shape daily life along the coast and in the villages.
The provincial capital offers starting points for tours to national parks and beaches, with regular bus connections running to San José. Rain showers are common year-round, so waterproof clothing is advisable for outings.
Sea turtles return to the beaches of Tortuguero National Park between July and October to lay their eggs. Visitors can watch this rare natural event at night under the guidance of rangers.
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