Limón Canton

Limón Canton spreads across Caribbean coastal territory and includes several districts along the Atlantic shore. The area combines ports, settlements, and natural landscapes in a geographically varied region.

The canton was created in 1892, leading to increased maritime trade on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast. This development transformed the region from an isolated area into an economically important zone.

The population blends Spanish, Caribbean, and indigenous traditions that show in daily life and local celebrations. Different cultural groups have maintained their own ways of doing things while living side by side in the canton.

The region connects to San José and other parts of the country through national highways, offering various transportation options. Visitors should know that the weather is tropical and humid with frequent rain throughout the year.

The area sits just meters above sea level and holds Costa Rica's main Caribbean port for ships from around the world. This port facility is one of the country's busiest trade gateways.

Location: Limón Province

Capital city: Limón

Elevation above the sea: 3 m

Shares border with: Talamanca Canton, Turrialba Canton, Matina Canton

Website: https://municlimon.go.cr

GPS coordinates: 9.95406,-83.06213

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:52