| | Flag of Costa Rica -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22) |
 | | The flag of (A republic in Central America; one of the most politically stable countries in Latin America) Costa Rica was adopted on November 27, 1906. |
 | | The blue colour stands for the (The atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth) sky, (Click link for more info and facts about opportunities) opportunities, (Impracticality by virtue of thinking of things in their ideal form rather than as they really are) idealism and perseverance. |
 | | The (A member of the Caucasoid race) white colour stands for (The state prevailing during the absence of war) peace, (The trait of utilizing knowledge and experience with common sense and insight) wisdom and (Emotions experienced when in a state of well-being) happiness. |
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