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Handicrafts
There is an organization of local artisans in the area called Colectivo Artesanal Norte Norte, that produces crafts inspired by the culture, flora, fauna, traditions, and identity of the northern part of the country. This artisan collective gathers artisans from the cantons of Guatuso, Upala and Los Chiles, which are located in the northwestern part of the province of Alajuela, also known as the North North territory; hence, the name assigned to this collective. The area attracts national and international tourists because it is rich in natural resources and encloses protected areas for the conservation of flora and fauna. Another characteristic that enriches these areas is the added cultural value of indigenous populations such as the Malecu or Guatuso.
The formation of the North-North Collective arises as a result of an accompaniment process sponsored by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute, under the Handicrafts with Identity Program executed by the Tourism Development Department of the Tourism Planning and Development Directorate in 2011, as part of a strategy to ensure that the tourist intensely enjoys the travel experience and can take with them a unique product, forged by the hands of artisans in the area.
Take home a taste of the color and beauty of Plains!
Through the following catalog, contact artisans directly to obtain a product that reflects the identity of the north and contribute to improving the living conditions of our artisans.
SEE CATALOG HERE
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With your purchase, you will be supporting our SMEs, and rescuing the local identity and culture.