{"id":38168,"date":"2024-11-11T16:53:55","date_gmt":"2024-11-11T21:53:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/?p=38168"},"modified":"2025-11-11T12:23:17","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T17:23:17","slug":"costa-ricas-cultural-heritage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/blog\/costa-rica\/costa-ricas-cultural-heritage\/","title":{"rendered":"Cultural Heritage Conservation in Costa Rica"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Costa Rica<\/a> is known for its stunning natural beauty, but its cultural richness is equally remarkable. Among the few remaining indigenous communities in the country, the Maleku people provide a unique window into the traditions and lifestyle of Costa Rica\u2019s native peoples. Situated in the northern part of the country, around an hour and a half from La Fortuna, the Maleku community offers visitors a meaningful opportunity to engage in cultural heritage conservation. This isn\u2019t a typical tour; the Maleku people are committed to preserving their privacy while sharing their traditions with respect and authenticity. Through the guidance of Icki, a 40-year-old native, visitors gain an understanding of her people’s way of life, steeped in rituals, crafts, and connection to nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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