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Granada
Colorful colonial façades and boat rides through the lake's islets.
Todos los destinos
Central America · Republic of Nicaragua
Nicaragua
A land of lakes and volcanoes: colonial cities on Lake Cocibolca and unspoiled Pacific beaches.
- Capital
- Managua
- Idioma
- Spanish
- Moneda
- Córdoba (NIO)
- Mejor época
- December - April (dry season)
- Visa
- Not required for tourists from many countries
Sobre el destino
Known as 'the land of lakes and volcanoes', Nicaragua offers spectacular landscapes and a vibrant culture. Discover the vast Lake Cocibolca (Lake Nicaragua), the largest lake in Central America, with its volcanic and historic islands. Explore the colonial cities of Granada, with its colorful architecture on the lakeshore, and León, the country's intellectual and revolutionary heart. Sandboard down active volcanoes such as Cerro Negro, then unwind on unspoiled Pacific beaches made for surfing. Nicaragua is also home to the Bosawás Reserve, one of the largest tropical forest reserves in the Americas.
Imperdibles
- Granada - A colonial city on the lakeshore
- León - A historic cultural and political center
- Corn Islands - Nicaragua's unspoiled Caribbean
- Masaya Volcano - See lava from the lookout
- San Juan del Sur - Beaches and nightlife
Lugares
Rincones que no te puedes perder
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León
A UNESCO-listed cathedral and a proud academic and artistic tradition.
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Corn Islands
White sand and crystal-clear water in Nicaragua's Caribbean.
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Masaya Volcano
A lookout over an active crater, where the glow of lava can sometimes be seen.
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San Juan del Sur
A Pacific bay with surf, sunsets and lively nightlife.
Consejos de viaje
Viaja preparado
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Currency: Córdoba; US dollars are accepted in tourist areas
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Climate: Tropical; the dry season is ideal for visiting
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Getting around: Affordable chicken buses and shared taxis
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Volcanoes: Guided excursions are recommended for safety
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Language: Spanish; English is limited outside tourist areas
Momentos ORLARA
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