Moravian Church

Caribbean Coast


You'll probably feel familiar with Pearl Lagoon's iconic church before you even reach the Caribbean, as it graces Nicaragua's 20 Cordoba banknote. Although a fairly new construction, it is a faithful recreation of the original red-and-white Moravian mission design.


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