About Heredia, Costa Rica
Sitting just a short distance from the
Capitol San Jose, the lush and gorgeous province of Heredia is one
of the most beautiful
provinces in Costa
Rica. Known for its verdant coffee plantation covered hills and
volcanic national parks; this mountainous region also has dense
tropical forests, stunning waterfalls and roaring rivers that make it
the ideal destination, for those who wish to enjoy nature at its very
best. Offering a plethora of activities both nature and adventure based,
the province of Heredia is definitely worth a visit if you happen to be
in the region.
Why Does Richfield Have a Friendship City?
The purpose of having "sister city" or "friendship city" relationship
is to create and strengthen partnerships between U.S. and international
communities in an effort to increase global cooperation at the municipal
level, to promote cultural understanding and to stimulate economic
development. Municipal officials and business leaders are
encouraged to conduct long-term programs of mutual benefit.
Richfield and Heredia have been friendship cities since 1991.
Activities
Here's a few of the activities Heredia and Richfield have
participated in:
- Student exchange programs
- Soccer tournaments
- Cultural exchanges
Heredia renamed one of its streets, "Boulevard Richfield." An
artist from Heredia made the statue, Allianza, which now is displayed in
the Kirchbak Gardens behind the parking garage at Woodlake Centre.
For more about the sculptrues at Kirchbak Gardens, click here.
Richfield's Friendship Commission has been able to support the
Children's Library in Heredia as well as youth and senior activities.
Friendship City Commission
The Friendship City Commission is charged with maintaining an ongoing
friendship city relationship with Heredia, Costa Rica for mutual
community-wide enrichment. Click here for more information on the
Friendship City
Commission.
Links to Costa Rica:
To learn more about Richfield's 'Friendship City,' and Costa Rica in
general you may want to visit these links . . .
http://www.govisitcostarica.com/ region/heredia/heredia.asp
http://www.costaricatraveller.com/ about_costa_rica/national_anthem.htm
Contact:
Staff Liason to Friendship City Commission
Pam Dmytrenko
Assistant to the City Manager
612-861-9708
