Costa Rican village life as it was at the
turn of the century has been recreated on an area of 12 acres. A center for
culture, fun and the conservation of Costa Rican traditions, Pueblo Antiguo
allows both foreign and national visitors the opportunity to better understand
our country and its history. This is an important tourist center site with an
educational component permitting the visitor to become acquainted with the
values and customs that have molded our national identity.
Pueblo Antiguo hopes to help fill the
existing gap in the foreign visitorīs experience of Costa Rican culture and
traditions.
The different constructions in this unique
teme park highlight the various architectural styles found in Costa Rica
between 1880 and 1930. The main objective of Pueblo Antiguo is to bring alive
Costa Rican traditions in context, similar to those in which they existed at
the turn of the century. To this end we have combined live actors, oxcarts,
horses, cattle, train,horse-drawn carriages,boats, live music, folkloric
dances, restaurants and shops to present a vibrant, living experience allusive
to the past.
Introduction to our Town
THE CITY
The nationīs capital at the turn of the
century has been recreated through some of the predominant buildings around
which urban life revolved: the church with a plaza in front of it, the
Congress building, the municipal market, shops (Universal book shop), the fire
station and the bank. These beuildings are not necessarily faithful
reproductions of the originals, but do maintain a style particular to the
epoch.
THE COUNTRY
Most of the buildings in this section are
over 100 years old and were purchased from around the country and brought to
Pueblo Antiguo, others have been constructed in accordance with period styles.
Here you will find the Dairy Farm, the Country Grocery Store, the Coffee Mill,
the Sugar Mill, the traditional style restaurant, the train station and rural
houses, along with an indigenous peopleīs settlement.
THE COAST
Old-fashioned buildings typical of the
coastal environments grace this section of the park together with a recreation
of the Canals of Tortuguero and the Seaside Restaurant.
Our Tours
VIVENCIAS COSTARRICENSES (COSTA
RICAN EXPERIENCES)
This is an authentic attraction with
professional actors that are going to transport you to a Costa Rica of the
turn of the century.
The inspired words of great political
leaders and the insighful comments of everyday people recrate the spirit of
independence, patriotism, democracy and religion that have shaped this
country. Come to learn about the roots of Costa Rican costums, traditions,
myths, legends and amusing idiosincracy in an entertaining one hour long
presentatation of theater, music and dance.
Here in Pueblo Antiguo the story of our past
is told with the pride and friendship in hope that these remembrances of paths
traveled will help lead us on the road to a brighter future.
Tour operates from Wednesday to Sunday
10:00am to 2:00pm
NOCHES COSTARRICENSES (COSTA
RICAN NIGHTS)
Come and enjoy an unforgettable night in
Pueblo Antiguo surrounded by the evocative scenes from the Costa Rica of
yesterday.
Enjoy our delicious typical cuisine and the
folkloric show. This play is made up of folkloric dances and songs that
reflect our customs and beliefs, and what is best: the way of life of the
Costa Rica of yesterday surrounded by an atmosphere and humor which takes the
spectator to the intimate roots of its people. Share a different night with us
and enjoy a Pueblo Antiguo style evening.
Tour operates Saturday and Sunday from
6:00pm to 9:00pm
