Nicaragua

• Atlantico Norte
• Atlantico Sur
• Boaco (department)
• Carazo
• Chinandega (department)
• Chinandega (department)
• Chontales (department)
• Esteli (department)
• Esteli (department)
• Granada (department)
• Jinotega (department)
• Jinotega (department)
• Leon (department)
• Madriz
• Managua (department)
• Masaya (department)
• Matagalpa (department)
• Nueva Segovia (department)
• Rio San Juan
• Rivas (department)

Top Destinations

Among all the cities of Nicaragua, you need to visit only four amazing towns that this country is all about. These cities are home to not only natural tourist attractions, but they also have preserved culture, tradition, and historical displays in their museums and cathedrals. The tourist-friendly destinations of Nicaragua will turn your visit into one of your best and unique travel experiences. The famous towns of Nicaragua are Managua, Granada, Leon, and Masaya.

• Managua

Despite being a capital city of Nicaragua, travelers used to skip this city and head straight to colonial cities of Granada and Leon. However, times have changed substantially. Managua has taken enough time to bloom after a severe earthquake in 1972, but it has lately become an addition to the list of top tourist destinations of Nicaragua.

Managua is now home to modern malls, impressive infrastructure, and fabulous parks along the lake shore. Explore Managua with a visit to Loma de Tiscapa National Historic Park. It is situated at the highest point in the city at Tiscapa Hill. Take a picture with a giant silhouette of national hero General Augusto Calderon Sandino and learn about its historic fight to free his homeland from the US invasion. You will surely love the panoramic view of Tiscapa Lagoon.

Alongside, you can visit the Managua Cathedral or learn about Nicaraguan culture at Managua Cultural Center. Puerto Salvador Allende is a prime promenade for tourists to freshen up and grab a bite to eat of Nicaraguan authentic street food.

• Granada

Granada is a deserving name on the tourist destination’s bucket list. This city possesses a history of Spanish colonial ruling for centuries and repeated pirate invasions. Along with Spanish colonial landmarks, Granada offers fascinating tourist attractions.

The primary tourist attraction is a Granada Cathedral, which is also known as “Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral.” You need a fully charged camera to capture the beauty of this stunning neoclassical Catholic Cathedral.

The Central Park and La Polvora Fort and Museum are the must-visit tourist attractions. You can also observe the private collection of more than 15,000 pieces of Pre-Columbian Ceramics at Mi Museo Granada Collection.

• Masaya

Located in Western Nicaragua, Masaya is home to the most active volcanoes and craters of Nicaragua. You will find a variety of churches in this small town. Moreover, you can loosen up your mind and body at shining Apoyo Lagoon.

Folklore Museum is a fascinating place to visit where they focus on dance, local myths, cultural values, and traditions. You can also shop from Masaya Old Market, where you will observe their local culture very closely.

• Leon

Leon is one of the favorite and most visited cities of Nicaragua, and its plentiful tourist attractions will keep you entertained. Before you start your journey in Leon, it is preferred to observe a magical panoramic view of the city and its surrounding active volcanos by climbing to the roof of Leon Cathedral.

The city has Ruben Dario Park and Ruben Dario Museum dedicated and named after their historic poet who had a great influence on Spanish literature and Journalism of the 20th century. You will be amazed to see the eye-catching artwork displayed at Ortiz Guardian Foundation Art Center.

You can also try your luck for a fortune at La Perla Casino or lay down on sandy beach of Las Penitas

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