[4] It is located in the northern region of the country and borders four districts; Cutris to the north, Aguas Zarcas to the East, Florencia and y Quesada to the west.

[7] It is the tenth more populated district of the canton, behind of Quesada, Aguas Zarcas, Pital, La Fortuna, Florencia, Pocosol and Cutris.

The district is covered by the following road routes: La Palmera has 6 population centers: The main activity of this place is livestock, and in less proportion the cultivation of citrus, sugar cane, roots and tubers.

Tourist services are also offered in the facilities of La Marina and the thermal waters (shares sources with Aguas Zarcas) where you can appreciate the nature that characterizes the place.

La Palmera urban area, has health services, educational, restaurants and grocery stores.