California Lifestyle for a Quarter of the Price

Nicaragua property along the Pacific Ocean has everything you have ever imagined on a Californian beachfront at a fraction of the price. Ocean view properties and beachfront Nicaragua property are now much sought after as people realize that Nicaragua is now amongst the safest countries in the region and the people are warm and peace loving. As Costa Rica gets more crowded and expensive, tourists and retirees look to Nicaragua as the hottest destination for a vacation or a lifetime.

A Day Trip to Granada, Nicaragua

Easily reached and only 47 miles from the capital of Managua, the colonial-flavored city of Granada is a perfect choice for those travelers who want to spend a relaxing day going for a stroll or seeing the sights from the comfortable cushioned seats of a horse-drawn carriage. Founded in 1524, and conquered, attacked and re-attacked several times during its tumultuous history, Granada is visited by more tourists than any other city in Nicaragua.

Nicaragua - Origins and Effects of the Contra War

The Contra War took place in the Central American nation of Nicaragua and lasted approximately from 1981 to 1988. The war began as a series of rebellions against the Sandinista government of Nicaragua that that overthrown the Somoza dictatorship in 1979. The various factions and armies involved in the Contra War against the Sandinistas cooperated very loosely and in general had their own agendas, which greatly hindered their common goal of removing the Sandinistas from power.

Nicaragua Property at La Flor Beach

Nicaragua property on the southern Pacific coast of the country probably the most sought after right now. Not only are the attractions of San Juan del Sur near by, there are relatively undiscovered gems like Coco Beach and La Flor Beach in the region. Furthermore coastal road south of San Juan del Sur will be the main corridor between Costa Rica and Nicaragua. This road which is surrounded by rain forests will open development all along the coast boosting the value of surrounding Nicaragua real estate.