Travel to Central America

Templo de la Música

This temple is an imitation of the temple of love and music in Versailles. The painter Francisco Salazar, who became an architect, tore down a wooden kiosk and put this temple in its place. Inaugurated December 24, 1920, the temple served as the place for political speeches and even an exchange of powers. During the 20th century, orchestras and city bands used to offer concerts and serenades to the peasants. The temple was recently restored with the rest of Morazan Park. Nowadays, the San Jose City Band and the National Symphonic Orchestra offer concerts here, on special occasions.

Basilica de Nuestra Señora de los Angeles

When the Spanish invade came to the Americas, they began to imposse spread their system of beliefs. Because of the fact that various goddesses already enjoyed active cultures, the virgin quickly became the most popular Christian symbol here. The legend say that the statue miraculously appeared on the site here. The basilica remains a very important focus of popular religion, even after its destruction in the earthquake of 1926. The present basilica was rebuilt afterwards.

Barva de Heredia

If you love colonial architecture and history as well , you will definitely enjoy a visit to this little town, where most of the buildings are old and the environment conserves some of the peacefulness of times past. Bring your camera you will definetly want to take this scene back home. There are various restaurants and cafes here, including Cafe Britt (run by Cafe Britt Farm, where you can eat, or drink a soft drink or coffee). The village is considered to be a national monument