Granada

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Cathedral of Granada, Nicaragua

Cathedral of Granada, Nicaragua

Overview

Nicaragua's oldest town is also its most beguiling. It’s no wonder many travelers use the city as a base, spending at least a day bopping along cobblestone roads from church to church in the city center, then venturing out into the countryside for trips to nearby attractions.

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From watching cigar-making to photographing a ruined hospital, here are the top things to do in Granada.

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