The Bribri are an indigenous group in southeastern Costa Rica, with a matrilineal society and a tradition of cacao farming.

Population

~11,500

Origins

The Bribri are one of Costa Rica's largest indigenous groups, primarily living in the Talamanca region, in the southeastern part of the country. They have a long history in the area, predating European colonization.

Customs and Culture

The Bribri culture revolves around agriculture, particularly the cultivation of cacao and bananas, and traditional practices such as herbal medicine. They have their own language (Bribri) and maintain spiritual practices related to nature. The society is matrilineal, with inheritance and lineage passed through the mother's line.

Activity

Visitors can experience the Bribri culture by participating in cacao tours, traditional craft workshops, and visiting Bribri villages to learn about their customs and sustainable farming practices.

Other

Sustainable farming practices