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Municipality in Masaya Department, Nicaragua
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Masaya is a small city in Nicaragua, midway between Managua and Granada. The town sits perilously close to the Volcan Masaya, an active volcano with constant plumes of sulfuric smoke. The volcano is the main feature of a national park.
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An open area with an awesome view of the Masaya Volcano and the Masaya Lagoon.
Craft Market
The market that resembles a castle; it was built at the ends of the 19th century. It is one of the most visited touristic places in Masaya. There you can buy any kind of handicraft made in the country. Also on site is a folklore museum, displaying the area's customary dress and ways of life.
Heroes and Martyrs museum
A museum dedicated to the heroes and martyrs of Nicararaguan Revolution in 1979.
Geographic oddity where 7 streets converge.
An old fortress that dates back to the 19th century, with an awesome panoramic view of the city and its surroundings.
Masaya volcano is the mouth of Hell. One of the very few lava lakes in the world, and this one is easily accessible. take a taxi or a tour. It is even more beautiful at night. Depending on the activity of the volcano it is possible to walk around the various crater or explore some caves during day time. There is also a nice museum.
Placita Monimbó
This plaza features different kinds of typical food, for very cheap prices.
Nice garden, complimentary breakfast.
From the airport in Managua (MGA) you can take a taxi for US$20-30. Also, many cities in Nicaragua have buses that take you directly to Masaya.
Read in the guideThe parts of town that are interesting for tourists are mostly walkable. Taxis can get you to the malecon and anywhere else you might want to go to.
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