Costa Rica
- Language
- Spanish
- Anthem
- Himno Nacional de Costa Rica
- Duration
- 1:50
- Status
- The "Himno Nacional de Costa Rica" continues to serve as the country's official national anthem today.
Costa Rica National Anthem History
Himno Nacional de Costa Rica
The music for Costa Rica's national anthem was composed in 1852 by Manuel María Gutiérrez for a diplomatic ceremony. Its current lyrics, written by José María Zeledón Brenes, were chosen in a 1900 contest, with both elements officially adopted in 1949.
Costa Rica
Himno Nacional de Costa Rica
History timeline
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1852
President requested Manuel María Gutiérrez compose music for a diplomatic welcome ceremony.
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1852
The newly composed anthem music was first performed on June 11 for visiting diplomats.
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1900
A national contest was held to find new lyrics for the anthem, won by José María Zeledón Brenes.
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1949
The anthem's music and José María Zeledón Brenes's lyrics were officially declared the national anthem.
The national anthem's music was initially composed out of necessity for a diplomatic reception, as Costa Rica did not have an anthem at the time.