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Nicaragua’s Beautiful Scenery and Beautiful People – Places to go in Nicaragua
From Managua, most of the classical places to be visited are located within one hour drive or less: the national park of Masaya and its active volcano, the markets and their wide variety of native handcraft, Granada antique colonial city, Lake Nicaragua and its small islands “Isletas”, gorgeous blue lagoons, the Pacific Ocean and much more…
Nicaragua has no shortage of things to do, places to go, and sights to see. Whether you like surfing down black volcanoes, or surfing the country’s best waves, or exploring the awe-inspiring cloud forest, this country has activities for you in spades. The beauty of this still developing nation is that you can do these amazing activities for very low prices, and you are still guaranteed a very memorable experience.
In addition to adventures and exploratory nature activities, Nicaragua is home to one of the most exquisite Spanish Colonial Cities in the Americas, Granada. Quickly becoming a tourist attraction in itself, Granada is made up of colorful buildings surrounding a central plaza, on the shores of the world’s largest freshwater lake, Lake Nicaragua (or Cocibolca). The food in Granada is excellent, as is the culture on display throughout the city.
Culture & History
León City – Discover this historical city, located 60 miles/90 kms north of Managua. For more than 200 years, León was the capital of Nicaragua and is still considered as the intellectual capital. It also features one of the oldest monuments in Central America: The Metropolitan Cathedral, built in 1747. The most beautiful art gallery in Central America: The Galeria Ortiz Gurdian.
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Granada was founded in 1524 and is the oldest city established on mainland during the Spanish conquests. A fascinating history includes several attacks by pirates during colonial times. The city was capital several times before Managua got chosen to end the fight between Granada and León for being capital city.
Explore the colonial cities of León and Granada, constructed hundreds of years ago by the Spanish conquerors.
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Nature
Nicaragua is an ideal destination for nature lovers because of its diverse and flourishing eco-systems, home to many species of vegetation and animals that settle in the varied landscape and habitat of the country.
The rainforest in Nicaragua is left almost untouched, which is home to the wide range of Nicaragua flora & fauna.
From sea turtles to hummingbirds, and from rain forest to tropical reefs, Nicaragua has it all.
The Mombacho Natural Reserve & Canopy Tour (zip line) – The Mombacho Natural Reserve and its tropical cloud forest, is a paradise for nature lovers. Walking through the trail around one of the craters has the most surprising biological diversity, with incredible views to Granada, Lake Nicaragua and the islands “Isletas”, makes this journey magnificent!
Then you can go for lunch on the shores of the extinct volcano.
Also get ready to climb and swing through the trees by zip lining! This is an unforgettable experience sliding down from tree to tree through seventeen platforms and bridges very safely built, overlooking the coffee plantations. It takes around two hours to experience this unique activity.
Mammals: Nearly 176 mammal species exist in Nicaragua including jaguar, puma, ocelot, howler monkey, spider monkey, tapirs, deer, anteaters and many more.
Marine Animals: A wide range of sweet water and salt water fish and other marine animals exists in the various water bodies in and around the country. Whales, dolphins, sea turtles and various species of fish including angelfish, chromis, damselfish, flounder, rays, sharks and all.
Reptiles: Black and green iguanas, green basilisks, caiman, crocodile and snakes are some of the main reptiles existing in the forests of the country.
Insects: Huge variety of insects are found in Nicaragua including different types of butterflies, ants, grasshoppers, bugs, caterpillars and many more.
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From Managua, most of the classical places to be visited are located within one hour drive or less: the national park of Masaya and its active volcano, the markets and their wide variety of native handcraft, Granada antique colonial city, Lake Nicaragua and its small islands “Isletas”, gorgeous blue lagoons, the Pacific Ocean and much more…
Nicaragua has no shortage of things to do, places to go, and sights to see. Whether you like surfing down black volcanoes, or surfing the country’s best waves, or exploring the awe-inspiring cloud forest, this country has activities for you in spades. The beauty of this still developing nation is that you can do these amazing activities for very low prices, and you are still guaranteed a very memorable experience.
In addition to adventures and exploratory nature activities, Nicaragua is home to one of the most exquisite Spanish Colonial Cities in the Americas, Granada. Quickly becoming a tourist attraction in itself, Granada is made up of colorful buildings surrounding a central plaza, on the shores of the world’s largest freshwater lake, Lake Nicaragua (or Cocibolca). The food in Granada is excellent, as is the culture on display throughout the city.
Culture & History
León City – Discover this historical city, located 60 miles/90 kms north of Managua. For more than 200 years, León was the capital of Nicaragua and is still considered as the intellectual capital. It also features one of the oldest monuments in Central America: The Metropolitan Cathedral, built in 1747. The most beautiful art gallery in Central America: The Galeria Ortiz Gurdian.
Click Here to Learn More
Granada was founded in 1524 and is the oldest city established on mainland during the Spanish conquests. A fascinating history includes several attacks by pirates during colonial times. The city was capital several times before Managua got chosen to end the fight between Granada and León for being capital city.
Explore the colonial cities of León and Granada, constructed hundreds of years ago by the Spanish conquerors.
Click Here to Learn More
Nature
Nicaragua is an ideal destination for nature lovers because of its diverse and flourishing eco-systems, home to many species of vegetation and animals that settle in the varied landscape and habitat of the country.
The rainforest in Nicaragua is left almost untouched, which is home to the wide range of Nicaragua flora & fauna.
From sea turtles to hummingbirds, and from rain forest to tropical reefs, Nicaragua has it all.
The Mombacho Natural Reserve & Canopy Tour (zip line) – The Mombacho Natural Reserve and its tropical cloud forest, is a paradise for nature lovers. Walking through the trail around one of the craters has the most surprising biological diversity, with incredible views to Granada, Lake Nicaragua and the islands “Isletas”, makes this journey magnificent!
Then you can go for lunch on the shores of the extinct volcano.
Also get ready to climb and swing through the trees by zip lining! This is an unforgettable experience sliding down from tree to tree through seventeen platforms and bridges very safely built, overlooking the coffee plantations. It takes around two hours to experience this unique activity.
Mammals: Nearly 176 mammal species exist in Nicaragua including jaguar, puma, ocelot, howler monkey, spider monkey, tapirs, deer, anteaters and many more.
Marine Animals: A wide range of sweet water and salt water fish and other marine animals exists in the various water bodies in and around the country. Whales, dolphins, sea turtles and various species of fish including angelfish, chromis, damselfish, flounder, rays, sharks and all.
Reptiles: Black and green iguanas, green basilisks, caiman, crocodile and snakes are some of the main reptiles existing in the forests of the country.
Insects: Huge variety of insects are found in Nicaragua including different types of butterflies, ants, grasshoppers, bugs, caterpillars and many more.
Click Here to Learn More
