La Fortuna is a special stop for our family, as we have our own house there. For us, this is the stage of least interest (I'm talking about discovery, of course), but it has the enormous advantage of being able to stock up on clean clothes! The children will also take advantage of this two-day stopover to get some rest.
Casa Terraza Colonial
Our absence didn't seem to bother our friends the locusts.
Masqueradas
This morning, however, there's a strange hustle and bustle in the center of La Fortuna. Today, the town is hosting a festival of Masacaradas. These are giant human puppets who stroll and dance to the rhythms of the instruments. They are usually performed by students, enthusiasts or associations, each representing a different region. The costumes, music and choreography illustrate the regions and their customs.
The colorful costumes contrast with the gray skies of this morning in La Fortuna.
Strangely enough, Geisha costumes can also be seen.
Part of the main street is blocked off and protected by barriers. This gives the artists free rein to dance, twirl and play their instruments. güiro .
When the show's over, we do a little shopping for lunch. Supermarkets here are relatively expensive compared to the rest of the country. Tourism obliges.
I'd like to stress here that Costa Rican gastronomy is delicious. And particularly child-friendly.
Indeed, the staple foods in Costa Rica are rice and black beans. Children often choose to add chicken. It's excellent in Costa Rica. There's also plenty of fish, such as tilapia and corvina.
The basic meal is called Gallo Pinto. It consists of rice, black beans and a choice of meat (chicken, pork or fish). It is often accompanied by platanos, a small salad and tortillas. It's a complete and fragrant dish.
And of course, the incomparably tasty fresh fruit is a delight for young and old alike.
The afternoon is devoted to rest and preparation for the rest of the trip. We'll continue our journey towards the west coast of Costa Rica and Guanacaste. See you soon on the golden beaches of the Pacific.
