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Managua Nicaragua

Managua is the capital and the main commercial, industrial, and cultural center of Nicaragua. The city lies on the shores of Lake Managua. One of its best features is its surroundings: lakes, mountains, and volcanoes can be seen from all over the city, especially from the Tiscapa Lagoon viewpoint. Tiscapa Lagoon is a volcanic lagoon formed in the crater of the old Tiscapa Volcano, and it is one of the city’s most important sights. It is located between Old and New Managua. The old town center, on the lakeshore, is home to many of the city’s main attractions, including impressive colonial-style buildings, the Concha Acústica—a beautifully designed stage used for music festivals and public events—and the National Palace, an imposing neoclassical building on the Plaza de la Revolución. Nearby stands one of Managua’s signature landmarks, now in ruins: the impressive Old Cathedral, built in 1929. The shell of this neoclassical building still dominates the heart of the Monumental Area. Across from the Old Cathedral of Managua, facing the National Palace, is the National Museum, which displays numerous artifacts that tell the story of Nicaragua from prehistoric times to the present day, along with a collection of contemporary Nicaraguan art. Another major landmark is the Crowne Plaza Hotel, whose white silhouette, reminiscent of a Maya pyramid, rises above the city. Chaotic yet fascinating, Managua is a perfect base for exploring the nearby lagoons, the nature reserves of Montibelli and Chocoyero–El Brujo, some lively beaches such as Pochomil, and the hot springs at El Trapiche.

Recommended airport

Managua Intl (MGA)

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Managua, Nicaragua

Managua Nicaragua