Nicaragua - Wikipedia
WEBNicaragua, [b] officially the Republic of Nicaragua, [c] is the geographically largest country in Central America, comprising 130,370 km 2 (50,340 sq mi). With a population of 7,142,529 as of 2024, [13] it is the third-most populous country …
Nicaragua | Geography, History, & Facts | Britannica
WEB5 days ago · Nicaragua, country of Central America. The largest Central American republic, Nicaragua can be characterized by its agricultural economy, its history of autocratic government, and its imbalance of regional development.
First-timer’s guide to Nicaragua - Lonely Planet
WEBOct 10, 2023 · The largest country in Central America - dubbed the land of lakes and volcanoes - Nicaragua has retained its off-the-beaten-path feel, and much of it has been… Everything you need to know about visiting Central America's largest country.
Nicaragua Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WEBDec 15, 2023 · Nicaragua is a large country located in Central America. It is positioned both in the Northern and Western hemispheres of the Earth. Nicaragua is bordered by Honduras to the northwest and by Costa Rica to the south.
Nicaragua - The World Factbook
WEBAug 9, 2024 · Nicaragua. Central America and the Caribbean. Page last updated: August 09, 2024. Photos of Nicaragua. view 1 photos. Introduction. Background. The Pacific coast of Nicaragua was settled as a Spanish colony in the early 16th century. Independence from Spain was declared in 1821, and the country became an independent republic in 1838.
Nicaragua Tourism - Unique... original!
WEBAug 31, 2024 · From the vibrant colonial cities of Granada and León to the pristine Caribbean coastlines and majestic volcanoes, Nicaragua offers a perfect blend of adventure and serenity. Discover Nicaragua — a destination that not only embraces economic prosperity but…
History of Nicaragua | Colonization, Independence, Government ...
WEBThe largest of the Central American republics, Nicaragua has a unique history in that it was the only country in Latin America to be colonized by both the Spanish and the British. Nicaragua’s population is made up mostly of mestizos (people of mixed European and Indigenous ancestry).
Nicaragua travel - Lonely Planet | Central America
WEBAn affable all-rounder, Nicaragua embraces travelers with diverse offerings of volcanic landscapes, historic towns, sensational beaches, remote, idyllic islands, wave-battered Pacific beaches and pristine forests.
Nicaragua country profile - BBC News
WEBApr 4, 2023 · Provides an overview of Nicaragua, including key dates and facts about this Central American state.
Nicaragua summary | Britannica
WEBNicaragua, officially Republic of Nicaragua, Country, Central America. Area: 50,337 sq mi (130,373 sq km). Population: (2024 est.) 6,875,000. Capital: Managua. Most of the people are mestizos. Languages: Spanish (official), indigenous languages, English. Religion: Christianity (predominantly Roman Catholic; also Protestant).