Nicaragua
Republic of Nicaragua
Americas · Central America
Location on the World Map
Famous Personality
Rubén Darío
poet
He is regarded as a towering figure of Spanish-language literature and modernismo.
Local Delicacy
Gallo pinto
A staple dish of rice and beans often served for breakfast or alongside meals.
National Symbols
Famous Landmark & Geography
Momotombo Volcano
This iconic volcano is one of Nicaragua's best-known natural symbols.
Agriculture & Produce
Coffee is one of Nicaragua's most important cash crops and a major agricultural export.
Bananas are widely grown in Nicaragua and have long been one of its best-known fruit crops.
Major Cities
Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)
Major Airports
Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)
The Nicaraguan marimba is the country's best-known traditional instrument and a staple of folk dance music.
Guitar is central to son nica, trova, religious music and modern popular styles in Nicaragua.
Accordion is prominent in rural dance music and northern regional traditions.
This small guitar-like instrument is often used in traditional string ensembles.
Bass drum underpins festive folk genres and patron-saint celebration music.