Belén is a canton in the Heredia province of Costa Rica. The head city is in San Antonio district. History Belén was created on 8 June 1907 by decree 15. Geography Belén has an area of km² and a mean elevation of metres. The area is well known locally for its inland chalk cliffs. Districts The canton of Belén is subdivided into the following districts: San Antonio Rivera La Asunción Demographics For the 2011 census, Belén had a population of inhabitants. Transportation The compact canton is on the western side of the General Cañas Highway midway between the national capital city of San José and the Juan Santamaría International Airport. Road transportation The canton is covered by the following road routes: Rail transportation The Interurbano Line operated by Incofer goes through this canton. Education The American International School of Costa Rica is located in Cariari, La Asunción District, Belén. References Cantons of Heredia Province Populated places in Heredia Province