As part of the historic Group of Twelve, Nicaraguan writer and politician Sergio Ramírez features prominently in the history of his home country's struggle for freedom from the Somoza dictatorship. In 1985 to 1990, he served ... read more

The Earthship Pitaya Festival, known locally as Pitaya Fest, takes place in February every year in Nicaragua's seaside town of San Juan del Sur and the neighboring community of El Carizal. Coinciding with the full moon, the we... read more

Continued from: Lake Nicaragua's History of Piracy and Filibustering During the 18th century, conflict between Spain and Britain in the West Indies region kept authorities busy, providing an opportunity for piracy and filibus... read more

Connected to the Caribbean Sea by the San Juan River, Lake Nicaragua is Central America's largest fresh water lake offering many water sport activities such as fishing and scuba diving, along with stunning scenery and tranquil... read more

Covering an area of around 1,428 hectares, and located along the road between Jinotega and Matagalpa, the Cerro Arenal Natural Reserve consists primarily of forested mountain slopes, with the highest point of the reserve being... read more

For holidaymakers who enjoy exploring off the beaten track attractions, the Salto de la Culebra Waterfall is a treasure not to be missed. Located around fifteen kilometers southwest of Diriamba in the Carazo Region of Nicaragu... read more

Located on the Pacific coast of south-western Nicaragua, Playa Maderas has a well-earned reputation for its scenic setting and superb surfing. The beach consists of soft white sand, with some rocky areas creating interesting t... read more