Talamanca Canton, Administrative canton in Limón Province, Costa Rica.
The territory of Talamanca Canton spans 2,809 square kilometers, encompassing coastal zones, mountain ranges, and protected natural reserves with diverse ecosystems.
Established by decree 4339 on May 20, 1969, Talamanca Canton emerged as a distinct administrative region to manage the diverse communities in southeastern Costa Rica.
The canton maintains strong indigenous presence with Bribri and Cabécar communities representing 34 percent of the population, preserving their traditional practices and languages.
Visitors can access the canton through National Route 36, which connects major districts including Bribri, the administrative center, and Cahuita near the Caribbean coast.
The canton contains one of Costa Rica's three official border crossings with Panama at Sixaola, facilitating international commerce and cultural exchange between both nations.
Location: Limón Province
Capital city: Bribri
Elevation above the sea: 527 m
Shares border with: Buenos Aires Canton, Coto Brus Canton, Pérez Zeledón Canton, Limón Canton
Website: https://municipalidadtalamanca.go.cr
GPS coordinates: 9.62083,-82.84444
Latest update: March 21, 2025 15:22
Volcan Baru
96.3 km
Cerro Chirripó
72.3 km
Guayabo National Monument
100.8 km
La Amistad International Park
26 km
Cerro de la Muerte
100.4 km
Volcán Barú National Park
93.7 km
Cahuita National Park
12.2 km
Bastimentos Island National Marine Park
85.2 km
Chirripó National Park
71.5 km
Talamanca Reserve
26 km
Barriles
92.7 km
Barbilla National Park
72.6 km
Las Mercedes
104.2 km
Cerro Ventisqueros
74.8 km
Volio Waterfall
3.9 km
Río Parismina
92.4 km
Playa Manzanillo
20.6 km
Playa Cocles
12.7 km
Hotel Playa Westfalia
39.5 km
Starfish Beach
61.9 km
Puerto Limón Lighthouse
45.3 km
Playa Negra
13.6 km
Playa Cieneguita
44.8 km
Talamanca Range-La Amistad Reserves
26 km
Round Rock Beach
13.3 km
The Lost Waterfalls
95.7 km
Sendero Los Quetzales
92.9 km
Playa Grande
15.3 kmReviews
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