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  • Whales and Dolphins of Nicaragua

    Known for its extensive biodiversity and spectacular scenery, Nicaragua is a popular ecotourism destination for nature lovers. The country’s many nature reserves serve as a refuge for its ...

  • Chiltepe Peninsula Natural Reserve

    Recognizing the need to preserve the country's environment and ecosystems, authorities in Nicaragua have designated 78 reserve areas – one of these being the Chiltepe Peninsula Natural ...

  • Kilambé Massif Reserve

    The concept of eco-tourism continues to gain ground as travelers become more aware of the impact each individual can have on the environment – either good or bad. With its wealth of natural ...

  • San Juan de Oriente: The Town of Potters

    Approximately forty-five kilometers from the city of Managua is a town that is famous for its traditional crafts – San Juan de Oriente. It can also be reached by bus from Masaya, Rivas and ...

  • Hernaldo Zúñiga – Singer and Composer

    Born on 2 June 1955 in Managua, Nicaragua, Hernaldo Zúniga spent most of his life in Masaya where he attended Jesuit colleges. He was later sent to the United States to further his studies. ...

  • Ometepe Biological Field School

    There are two field schools that are run under the supervision of the Maderas Rainforest Conservancy, one of which is the Ometepe Biological Field School. It is situated on the picturesque ...

  • Nicaraguan Site Added to UNESCO List

    Leon was first founded by Francisco Hernandez de Cordoba in 1524. The city has an ancient history, with its former location, Leon Viejo, added to the UNESCO World Heritage Site list in the year ...

  • Inspirational Musician Tony Melendez

    The fact that Tony Melendez Rodriguez is a successful singer, guitar player, songwriter and composer might not be significant to many. But the fact that Melendez has achieved so much without ...

  • Ernesto Cardenal: An Important Figure in Nicaragua

    Ernesto Cardenal was born in Granada, in January 1925, and is a well-known figure in Nicaragua. Not only was he actively involved in the politics of the country, but he is also a Catholic ...

  • Exploring Valle de Pantasma

    Within the Jinotega district of Nicaragua is a town and valley that has been almost forgotten, as the atrocities that took place here 1983 and 1986 are remembered by few. Named the Massacre of ...

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