Nicaragua is a country in Central America, North America with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Nicaragua that most people don't know.
Lake Nicaragua is the only freshwater lake in the world that contains sharks — bull sharks adapted to fresh water by swimming up the San Juan River from the Caribbean. Nicaragua also has the world's only volcano you can surf down — Cerro Negro.
Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America.
Lake Nicaragua is the only freshwater lake in the world with sharks.
Nicaragua has more volcanoes than any other Central American country — including active ones you can hike and surf down.
Nicaragua is called the Land of Lakes and Volcanoes.
Lake Nicaragua is the only freshwater lake in the world that contains sharks — bull sharks adapted to fresh water by swimming up the San Juan River from the Caribbean. Nicaragua also has the world's only volcano you can surf down — Cerro Negro.
Nicaragua is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
A stunning island formed by two volcanoes rising from Lake Nicaragua — ancient petroglyphs and howler monkeys
The oldest surviving colonial city in mainland Central America — colourful churches and horse-drawn carriages
The world's only active volcano where visitors can sandboard down the ash slopes at speed
Two idyllic Caribbean islands with white sand beaches, clear water and excellent diving
Lake Nicaragua is the only freshwater lake in the world that contains sharks — bull sharks adapted to fresh water by swimming up the San Juan River from the Caribbean. Nicaragua also has the world's only volcano you can surf down — Cerro Negro.
The capital of Nicaragua is Managua.
Nicaragua has a population of approximately 6.6M.
The official language of Nicaragua is Spanish.
Nicaragua gained independence in 1821.
Nicaragua uses the Nicaraguan Córdoba (NIO).