Some Facts
Canton No. 15: Montes de Oca
Capital: San Pedro
Km from San Pedro to San José: 3 km
Size: 15.16 km2
Habitants 1999: 54,000
Founded: 1915
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Districts
District 1: San Pedro City
District 2: Sabanilla
District 3: Mercedes (Betania)
District 4: San Rafael
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History
Around 1700, the town of San Pedro was known as Santiago de la Granadilla (Granadilla is a fruit). The name later changed to Villa de San Pedro del Mojón (mojón means geographical landmark) because it marked the limit between San Pedro and San José. These are now part of the same Metropolitan area. The canton was created in 1915 and given the name in honor of Faustino Montes de Oca, a citizen known for his great community support.
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General Description
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The area is drained by the river Torres and its tributaires Patal, Salitrillos and Negritos - and by the river Río Ocloro and the Poró Stream. It produces milk, coffee, fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants.
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Interesting Sites
Montes de Oca is probably best known for the site of the country´s major university, the University of costa Rica (UCR). There are also many smaller, provate universities in the area as well. Parque del Este is a popular park frequently visited by locals.
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Climate
The climate is cool with average temperatures of 20 degrees Celcuis.
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Cantons of San José
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