Costa Rica Through the Years

Christopher Columbus

Jan 1, 1502

In 1502 Christopher Columbus attempted to colonize Costa Rica but there were problems....like pirates! weather! and mosquitoes!

The Spanish

Jan 1, 1561

Came to Costa Rica and colonized the area in 1561

We're Free!

Jan 1, 1821

In 1821 Costa Rica declared independence from Spain

Voting Rights

Jan 1, 1941

In 1941 women and Africans were allowed to vote