The Cathedral of León, also known as the Real e Insigne Basilica Catedral de León Nicaragua.

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León & Northwestern Nicaragua

This is Nicaragua at its most passionate. The regional capital of León is – and will always be – a hotbed of intellectualism and independence. The city has nourished some of Nicaragua’s most important political and artistic moments, and it's beloved for its breathtaking art museum, hopping nightlife and spirited revolutionary air.


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Beaches

Nicaragua's most remarkable beaches

Sep 16, 2019 • 5 min read

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