Nicoya, Costa Rica

Nicoya is home to the prominent Iglesia San Blas, the nation's oldest church, which dates back to the 17th century.  Although the adobe church is under constant renovation, a collection of pre-Colombian artifacts can be observed within.

Unlike the nearby beaches on the coast, Nicoya offers no resorts or tidbits of North American culture, only authentic Costa Rica culture.

Nicoya is comprised of a well educated population.  Nicoya has two public high schools, several public elementary schools and one Catholic elementary and high school, San Ambrosia.