My favorite places in Nicaragua

Camilla:My absolute favorite church in Nicaragua. You can climb on the roof and from the top of the roof, you will have one of the best views of the city of León. You can see other churches and the majestic volcanoes.

Camilla:Juan Venado Island is an environmental treasure, an ideal place for all those who love the outdoors. Here you can sail on a boat, discover a mangrove forest and spot several species of birds, crocodiles, iguanas and other wetland creatures.

Camilla:If you find yourself in Leon, you HAVE to try one of the most delicious and cheapest dishes of the city, the Nicaraguan (well, better said, Leonese) style tacos. You can eat here or order to-go. Only 35 cordobas for each taco, served with local cream and repollo salad. Yum!

Camilla:This is the central market, located right behind the Cathedral. You should definitely experience this popular market and get to know the hustle and bustle of Nicaraguan daily life. Here you can by local veggies and fruit (yes, delicious fruit), but also typical drinks, food (meals) and sweets. Try a "fresco de cacao" or a "cebada" to drink!

Camilla:Poneloya is a unique beach with dark sand. A perfect option if you want to get away from the city and enjoy some sun and waves, but also some shade under a palm tree...

Camilla:Rubén Darío was the most famous poet in Nicaragua! His personal belongings are kept inside one of the houses where the poet lived for 14 years, in the colonial city of León. No ticket is needed to visit.

Camilla:Here you'll find works of great masters of the Baroque and Renaissance. The collection, spread across two buildings and surrounding greenery-filled courtyards, includes works by Picasso, Chagall, Miró and a number of noted Nicaraguan artists.

Camilla:Are you looking for some adrenaline?! This is it, then. Volcano Boarding! First, you'll hike up the volcano with a group of travelers or locals, you'll experience beautiful views and then you'll slide down the side of this incredible slope. León-Nicaragua is the only place in the world you can slide down the side of an active volcano. Although volcano boarding is not for the faint of heart, it is a thrilling once in a lifetime experience!

Camilla:Cute little museum, here you can find out more about the traditional myths and legends. You'll see a huge Gigantona and some representations of "la llorona", "arrechavala", "padre sin cabeza" etc!

Camilla:Amazing food, vegetarian burgers and many delicious breakfast bowls, prepared with fresh, colorful and local products! They have a swimming pool and a few rooms to host lazy people who don't want to leave... it's a little heaven right in the city centre.