Tejar

Tejar, the administrative center of the El Guarco canton, is a dynamically developing town in the Cartago province. Historically an agricultural area, its close proximity and excellent transport links to the city of Cartago have transformed it into an increasingly integrated suburb. Its strategic location along the Pan-American Highway has spurred industrial growth, with the town hosting several industrial parks that encompass sectors from manufacturing to logistics, creating significant employment. Tejar effectively serves as a bridge, connecting the dense urban core of Cartago with the surrounding, still-rural agricultural lands. Its residential areas are in continuous expansion, catering to families who work in the greater Cartago metropolitan area but seek a more suburban lifestyle. Urban services, including commerce, schools, and health facilities, are also developing in tandem with population growth, making Tejar an increasingly important residential and economic hub within the Central Valley.

Nearby cities

Paraíso

Situated in the highlands of Cartago, this city is a gateway to several natural attractions including the Orosi Valley.

Turrialba

Nestled in a fertile valley, this city is famous for its proximity to the Turrialba Volcano and various river rafting destinations.

San Diego

A key district in La Union, serving as a rapidly urbanizing area east of San Jose.

Tres Ríos

The capital of La Union, a key residential and commercial zone east of San Jose.

Cot

A mountain town known for its high-altitude agriculture and cool climate.

Orosi

Located in a beautiful valley, Orosi is home to one of the oldest churches in the country and is surrounded by stunning nature and therma…

Juan Viñas

A historic agricultural town known for its extensive coffee plantations and scenic rural landscapes in the Cartago province.

Pacayas

A high-altitude village known for its potato production and spectacular views of the Irazu Volcano.

History & landmarks

Ruins of Cartago

The picturesque ruins of an unfinished church in Cartago.

Lankester Botanical Garden

A botanical garden famous for its orchid collection.

Durán Sanatorium

An abandoned former tuberculosis hospital, considered to be haunted.

Orosi Colonial Church

A well-preserved example of religious colonial architecture, this church remains a focal point of the historic Orosi Valley.

More places

La Negrita Free Trade Zone

A strategic free trade zone providing infrastructure for international businesses and export-oriented manufacturing.

Battle of Ochomogo Site

Site of the short 1823 civil war that decided Costa Rica's capital city.

Cross of Las Ánimas

A commemorative cross associated with local memory and religious tradition in Cartago Province.

Zona Franca Cartago

Industrial free trade zone in Cartago.

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Church of Cot

Another historic church near Cartago, known for its simple colonial construction and its role in community life.

Cartago Industrial Park

A major industrial hub for technology and manufacturing.

Orosi Church

The Church of San José de Orosi is the oldest church in Costa Rica still in use, dating back to the colonial era.