Managua Sights

Nueva Catedral

#81 of 81 things to do in Managua

#3069 of 3115 things to do in Central America

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  • Address
    • Carr Masaya Zona Rosa
  • Phone
    • tel, info: 0 278 4232

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Lonely Planet review for Nueva Catedral

Just north of Metrocentro Mall is an unforgettable Managua landmark and the hemisphere's newest Nueva Catedral, an architectural marvel that leaves most visitors, well, scratching their heads. It's not a mosque, really: the 63 cupolas (or breasts, or eggs; speculation continues) symbolize Nicaragua's 63 Catholic churches, and also provide structural support during earthquakes - a good thing, since it sits astride a fault line.

The interior is cool, heartfelt and unspectacular, although the shrine on the northwest side is nice. Of the US$45 million used to construct the cathedral, US$3.5 million was donated by avid pro-Lifer Tom Monaghan, owner of Domino's Pizza.

 

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    Inaccurate information

    nicaguide2 does not recommend this,

    The information listed here, regarding the cupolas is not accurate. I contacted the Mexican architectural firm responsible for creating the cathedral and they said, "
    It is not documented that they represent Catholic churches in Nicaragua."

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