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Dia de Juan Santamaria

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Start: 11 Apr 2012 12:00 AM
End: 11 Apr 2012 11:00 PM
Dia de Juan Santamaria, the day which commemorates the death of National Hero, Juan Santamaria who was killed while fighting in the War of 1856 against William Walker. Parades, musical concerts, food and a beauty pageant are all elements of this celebration which...

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Dia de Juan Santamaria, the day which commemorates the death of National Hero, Juan Santamaria who was killed while fighting in the War of 1856 against William Walker. Parades, musical concerts, food and a beauty pageant are all elements of this celebration which enliven the streets of Alajuela and other areas in celebration of this historical figure. This is an official Costa Rica holiday.



Posted: 26 Aug 2011 3:42 PM
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