Nicaragua - Leon & Northwestern Nicaragua (PDF Chapter)

This is the León & Northwestern Nicaragua chapter from Lonely Planet’s Nicaragua guidebook.

León has nourished some of Nicaragua’s most important political and artistic moments. Less polished but somehow more authentic than its age-old rival Granada, the city is beloved for its grand cathedral, breathtaking art museum, hopping nightlife and spirited revolutionary air.

• mix with the university crowd and take in some politically charged street art in vibrant Le-ón
• maps
• climb spectacular volcanic peaks in the Maribios Chain, then enjoy the thrill of sand-boarding down its slopes
• transport
• catch one of Nicaragua’s world-class waves at Playa Aserradores, then chill out in a surf camp
• restaurants & accommodation

Coverage includes: León & Around, San Jacinto, El Sauce, Chinandega & Around, Cosigüina Peninsula Beaches, Reserva Natural Volcán Cosigüina.