Nicaragua

Lake Nicaragua defines much of Nicaragua — its waters support fishing and local transport, while the volcanic island of Ometepe rises from its southern basin. The Pacific side brings together volcanoes, fertile farming districts and the colonial cities of Granada and León; Granada was founded in 1524 and retains a historic centre of colourful facades and churches. On the Caribbean coast, the Corn Islands and the Miskito Coast belong to a distinctly different, sea-facing world. Coffee is a major agricultural export, and Indigenous and Afro-descendant traditions contribute to the country’s cultural fabric. View additional webcams nearby to better understand how Nicaragua’s lakes, coasts and volcanic interior relate to their surroundings.

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