Peace is still a recent phenomenon in Nicaragua, as is tourism. Granada on lake Nicaragua has much of the colonial charm of Antigua, Guatemala with fewer tourists. The Caribbean coast is very remote but quite scenic.
Miskito towns dot the northern coast.
Creole villagers hunt turtles and gather shrimp in the south. Bluefields is a colorful but crude gateway to the Corn Islands. Our documentaries, photos, and travel tips give you all you need to discover Nicaragua by yourself. Until recently the Caribbean coast of Nicaragua was unknown as a tourist destination. It shares much of the same history, cultural diversity and natural environment with Honduras.