General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Managua |
| Country | Nicaragua |
| Currency | Córdoba |
| Main religion | Roman Catholicism |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.3% |
| Gdp | $13.41 billion |
| Size | 130,370 km² |
| Population | 6,624,554 |
| Population density | 51.6 people/km² |
| Kids per female | 2.01 |
| City population | 58.5% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 26∘C |
| Summer | 32∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Spanish |
| Population able to read | 88.7% |
| Population with a college degree | 15.7% |
| Population able to speak english | 6.4% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 43.2 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 4.7/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Aerolíneas de Nicaragua |
| Main airport | Augusto C. Sandino International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $3 |
| Coffee | $1 |
| Beer | $1.5 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $200/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $40/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $100/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $5/10km |
| Petrol | $1.00/l |
| Rental car | $30/day |
| Public transportation | $2/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 15% |
| Vat | 15% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $2500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10-15% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10-15% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 17.73/MBits |
| Tld | .ni |
| Free wifi | 5/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 28% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 95% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type A, B |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 8:00 PM |
| Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Amazon |
| Supermarket | Walmart |
| Pharmacy | Farmacias Similares |
| Drugstore | Farmacias del Ahorro |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | No |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 7/10 |
| Bars | 7/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 6/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 8/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Baseball |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Gallo Pinto | A traditional Nicaraguan breakfast dish made with rice, beans, and onions | $2-4 |
| Vigorón | A popular street food dish made with yuca, pork, and cabbage | $3-5 |
| Nacatamal | A large cornmeal dumpling filled with meat, vegetables, and spices | $4-6 |
| Indio Viejo | A beef stew with tomatoes, onions, and peppers | $5-7 |
| Sopa de Res | A beef soup with vegetables and rice | $4-6 |
| Baho | A pork dish cooked in banana leaves | $6-8 |
| Quesillo | A grilled cheese dish with onions and tomatoes | $3-5 |
| Fritanga | A fried pork dish with plantains and cabbage | $5-7 |
| Arroz con Pollo | A chicken and rice dish | $4-6 |
| Pescado Frito | Fried fish with lemon and garlic | $5-7 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Cacique | A traditional Nicaraguan rum | $3-$5 |
| Flor de Caña | A premium Nicaraguan rum | $5-$10 |
| Toña | A popular Nicaraguan beer | $1-$2 |
| Victoria | Another popular Nicaraguan beer | $1-$2 |
| Pinol | A traditional Nicaraguan drink made from cornmeal, cocoa, and spices | $1-$2 |
| Fresca | A refreshing fruit drink made with water, sugar, and fruit | $1-$2 |
| Chicha | A fermented corn drink | $1-$2 |
| Tiste | A traditional Nicaraguan drink made from cornmeal, cocoa, and water | $1-$2 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nicaraguan Coffee | Nicaragua is known for its high-quality coffee. You can buy it in beans or ground, and it makes a great gift for coffee lovers. | $10-$20 per pound |
| Nicaraguan Rum | Nicaragua also produces some excellent rum. It’s a great way to sample the local flavors, and it makes a nice gift for rum enthusiasts. | $15-$25 per bottle |
| Nicaraguan Chocolate | Nicaragua is home to some of the best chocolate in the world. You can buy it in bars, truffles, and other confections. | $5-$10 per bar |
| Nicaraguan Pottery | Nicaragua has a long tradition of pottery making. You can find beautiful pieces of pottery in all shapes and sizes, from vases to plates to bowls. | $10-$50 per piece |
| Nicaraguan Textiles | Nicaragua is also known for its textiles. You can find colorful fabrics, clothing, and other items made from cotton, wool, and silk. | $10-$50 per item |
| Nicaraguan Wood Carvings | Nicaragua is home to many skilled wood carvers. You can find beautiful pieces of wood carving, from small figurines to large pieces of furniture. | $20-$100 per piece |
| Nicaraguan Jewelry | Nicaragua has a variety of jewelry makers, who use gold, silver, and other materials to create beautiful pieces. | $20-$100 per piece |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the beginning of the new year |
| Epiphany | January 6 | Celebrates the arrival of the Three Wise Men |
| Day of the Revolution | July 19 | Commemorates the Sandinista Revolution |
| Independence Day | September 15 | Celebrates Nicaragua’s independence from Spain |
| Day of the Immaculate Conception | December 8 | Celebrates the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary |
| Christmas | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | La Prensa |
| Online news | El Nuevo Diario |
| Tv | Canal 2 |
| Radio | Radio Corporación |