WHY VISIT NICARAGUA
It is the largest country in Central America although not a popular tourist spot as yet. It will, therefore, fascinate you if only for the fact it is untouched and authentic; lakes and volcanoes, varied animal and plant life, wild untouched beaches, deep forests…. Nicaragua has many assets.
The capital, Managua, encircled by lakes and lagoons, is not of any particular interest although Granada, 40 km to the south is a magnificent colonial town with its animated Place Centrale, the white colonnaded cathedral, its town market, and the Episcopal Palace.
Cocibolca, otherwise known as the Grand Nicaragua Lake, is one of the largest lakes on the planet and is definitely worth a visit for its tropical plant and animal life. Las Isletas, an archipelago formed of 365 small islands on this lake, can be explored using small boats. One of these small islands is home to an archaeological site with pre-Columbian statues among other things.
The old capital, Leon, remains the intellectual center of the country due to its universities and cultural richness; the metropolitan Cathedral, various churches, the old colonial houses with their forged ironwork balconies and the ceramics are all worthy attractions of this town.
Ometepe Island is composed of two volcanoes linked by a straight strip of land. It is the site of ruins dating back one thousand years B.C., visiting it is like stepping out of time where various activities are possible at a totally different pace of life elsewhere.
WHAT TO SEE IN NICARAGUA
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WHEN TO GO TO NICARAGUA
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The climate is tropical, so hot and humid, with a rainy season that extends from May to October in the western sector, and lasts until January on the Caribbean coast. It is characterized by frequent heavy rain with a high risk of hurricanes.
It is, therefore, preferable to visit Nicaragua sometime between February and April, during the dry season when the temperatures are between 30 and 35°C. The climate does change in different areas, the west is generally open to discovery whatever the season.
Following is a list of typical festivals and celebrations of Nicaragua.
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HOW TO REACH AND TRAVEL THROUGH NICARAGUA
For your inland travel, buses can take you all around the country, they are cheap and, although not exactly a smooth ride, they are a great way to meet the local population.
GENERAL INFORMATION ON NICARAGUA
health tips & vaccination:
local currency: Nicaraguan Cordoba
local time zone: GMT-6 (-5)
electricity: type A and type B (120 V – 60 Hz)
WHAT TO DO IN NICARAGUA
typical food in Nicaragua
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souvenirs from Nicaragua
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SIMPLE DICTIONARY
Hello: Hola
Goodbye: Adiós
How are you?: Cómo estás?
Thank you: Gracias
What is your name?: Cuál es su nombre?
How much is it?: Cuánto cuesta?
Sorry: ¡Perdón!
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