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Old and new, Tico and foreign, extravagant and humble converge in this hilly community just west of San Jose. Escazu is a kaleidoscope of neon lights, where night people feast and play. The old town, with its legends of witchcraft, adobe houses and contemporary dwellings, sprawls up the mountainside to San Antonio, where oxen still plod the steep rutted roads and traditions are preserved. Santa Ana, the country cousin, nestles in the valley west of Escazu, and still has a laid-back village atmosphere.
 Escazu Church The Outdoor Art Exhibition takes place in San Rafael de Escazu once a year, showing a variety of paintings and sculptures by almost 200 artists, in addition to the participation of several art galleries that strengthen the exhibition. Jewelers, photographers and restorers are also present, using the opportunity to sell their work. The event allows new artists to interact with nationally recognized artists.
Santa Ana situated between the Escazu and Mora cantons at the foot of the Escazu and Puriscal hills, Santa Ana sits at an altitude of 904 meters above sea level, and enjoys a warm, dry climate. Its proximity to the capital, as well as Escazu, Belen and Alajuela, has enabled the development of a variety of dining and lodging options, including hotels. The community combines agriculture, especially onions, with clay handicrafts, making Santa Ana a must-visit destination that can be enjoyed along with typical towns such as Piedades and Rio Oro.
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Geographical Division 
