Nicaragua general information

Nicaragua is a country that has remained basically unexplored for many decades. It is the country less populated of all Central America, and yet the largest in size. Its main attractions are its amazing and old colonial cities and towns, its stunning volcanoes, the incredible Lake Nicaragua, the fascinating and colorful cultural features and strong religious traditions. Nicaragua is also famous for the wide range of differences between the different regions, the amazing and biologically rich rainforests, the unexplored and dense cloud forests, the uninterrupted lowland rainforests of Bosawas and Indio Maiz, the slow streaming rivers and its beautiful beaches.
Among the most popular destinations that are visited by tourists are the Ometepe Island , the city of Granada and the city and market of Masaya.

Frequently asked Interesting information of Nicaragua

Indio Maiz Rainforest Preserve

Granada is a beautiful colonial city situated on the shores of Lake Nicaragua. Its was founded by Francisco Hernández de Córdoba in 1524. It is considered to be the oldest city on mainland Nicaragua and it is still located where it once was built. There are many colonial buildings and churches including the old cathedral. Many of the houses are also built in a very unique style, with patios, corridors and other typical features, including the famous “Adobe “. Other attractions nearby are Laguna de Apoyo lake which was created 25000 years ago alter a volcanic eruption. You can still find volcanic rocks in it and near Masaya Volcano.

Momotombo Volcano

Masaya y considered the cradle of Nicaragua folklore. It is located at 30 Kms. from Managua, on the way to Granada. One of its main attractions is the main entrance, where one can find a statue of the General Augusto Nicolas Sandino Calderon.
Ometepe is a beautiful island located off the coasts of Granada and San Jorge, in the region of San Jorge. There are two important volcanoes on the island, Concepción Volcano and Maderas Volcano. It is the largest island in the lake.
Maderas Volcano is situated in Ometepe Island, next to Concepción Volcano. Although it is extinct, a disastrous landslide affected the north side in the 90`s. It s last activity period occurred 3000 years ago. Its crater is filled with a lagoon. It is a beautiful place to visit, very quiet and with a beautiful scenery. The people living on Ometepe are also very friendly and helpful.

Granada and Lake Nicaragua

Concepción Volcano is situated on Ometepe Island, in Lake Nicaragua. It is very high with 1610 meters above sea level. It is active, and its last eruptions occurred in 1986 although activity was reported in 2005. Its top is covered by a tropical forest and the view from above is extremely amazing. From its top, the visitor can admire the beautiful scenery and the surrounding areas, including the lake, the other volcanoes and the beautiful coastal towns.

We invite you to discover Nicaragua. You will be amazed by a country that has maintained its identity, its authenticity through time. The friendly people will welcome you in the land of Volcanoes, Colonial Cities, Beaches, Rainforests and Lakes.