Justo Rufino Garay Theater Group
Justo Rufino Garay Theater Group
Justo Rufino Garay Theater Group (Managua) — the name of the theater actually originates with a Sandinista war combatant, who was honored by having the theater named after him in acknowledgement of what he did during the revolution and how he used the theater as an instrument of war. The group of professional artists has been around for a quarter of a decade, so there is a lot of history wrapped up in this theater.
Nejapa Golf & Country Club
Nejapa Golf & Country Club
Nejapa Golf & Country Club (Ticuantepe) – this golf club, located just a half hour southeast of Managua, was founded back in 1940 (enduring the 1972 earthquake, as well as damage during the country’s civil war period later in time). Renovation efforts didn’t start until 1998 (with a new opening in 2001). Nowadays, Nejapa has an 18-hole golf course, driving range, chipping area, practice green and four tennis courts with floodlights. Services offered at this Nicaraguan golf course include golf carts, caddies, lessons, a pro shop and bag storage. Other great facilities enjoyed by golfing patrons are the “19th Hole” bar, a sports bar, formal dining room with bar, meeting rooms, showers, lockers and a lovely swimming pool. Contact Nejapa for details on playing there: informatica@nejapagolfclub.com
Mercado Huembes
Mercado Huembes
Mercado Huembes (Bulevard Don Bosco, cerca de Pista de la Solidaridad, Managua) – this is a popular market for local artists to sell their works. Here you can find lovely woven, painted and molded artworks which make marvelous souvenirs. Bright colors of embroidered works and painted ceramics will catch your eye and the patterns available are endless. Lovely items are made using wood, clay, leather and shells. With so many fine souvenirs to choose from, your family and friends back home will be delighted with their genuine Nicaraguan gifts.
Huembes Market is the second largest market in Nicaragua, the largest being Mercado Oriental. Big and noisy, it offers shoppers everything they could dream of. In fact, if it’s not sold at the market, you are unlikely to find it anywhere else in the country. Whilst strolling through the market you will see stalls filled with fresh fruit and vegetables direct from the farm and filled with goodness. Look out for clothing, CDs, DVDs, shoes, electronic goods, hammocks, jewelry, Nicaragua’s Flor de Caña rum and much more.
Hacienda Iguana Golf and Beach Club
Hacienda Iguana Golf and Beach Club
Hacienda Iguana Golf and Beach Club (Playa Colorado) – opened in 2004, these two lots in the Hacienda Iguana Golf and Beach Club development, near Tola, are strategically placed along the 9-hole golf course with spectacular views of lakes, greens and fairways.
Located 2 ½ hours southeast of Managua, the highlight of the course is the spectacular 470-yard par-5 on the 5th hole. The blue tee box is located on the top of a steep hill more than 90 feet above the fairway. In addition to being the top golf destination in Nicaragua, Hacienda Iguana offers beautiful white sand beaches, is near some of Nicaragua’s best surfing, and supplies countless other opportunities for relaxation and entertainment. Contact Hacienda for info on playing there: supergolf@haciendaiguana.com
Cerro Negro Volcano
Cerro Negro Volcano
Cerro Negro Volcano (25 km. northeast of León) – this young, active volcano located just outside of the regional town of Léon, attracts backpacker-type tourists (in particular). Such individuals take sand (and snow) boards and slide down the side of the volcano (since the surface is covered in volcanic sand).
This volcano, unlike others, is far more accessible for the average traveler. Still, some may elect to participate in a tour outfit that’s familiar with this site. Such outfits include: www.tierratour.com, and www.vapues.com
Apoyo Lagoon
Apoyo Lagoon
Apoyo Lagoon (Km. 37.5, Carretera Masaya) – located less than an hour outside of Managua, this lagoon is actually a crater formed by a volcanic explosion of one of Nicaragua’s many volcanoes, and is now filled with fresh water. Swimmers as well as water sports enthusiasts come here. Several restaurants at the rim of the lagoon have kayaks available, and you can also dive here. Laguna de Apoyo provides a great place for eco-tourism as well. You can hike through the forest and observe lots of birds and monkeys.
Estadio Nacional Dennis Martínez
Estadio Nacional Dennis Martínez
Estadio Nacional Dennis Martínez – this stadium was built in 1948 and was the largest in Central America at the end of its construction (surviving the 1972 mega earthquake). The stadium was named in honor of Nicaragua first baseball player to play in Major League Baseball (MLB). It currently acts as a venue for both baseball and football (soccer) games, as well as concerts and religious events. The Dennis Martínez National Stadium has a capacity for 40,000 — making it the largest stadium in Nicaragua.
Plaza Inter
Plaza Inter
Plaza Inter (Av. Bolívar, Costado Norte del Hotel Crowne Plaza, Managua) – opened in 1998, this is a smaller mall compared to what’s now in Managua (with 65 stores). Much of what’s here are local & regional brand ítems that appeal to lower income locals (many ítems found here are cheaper “Made in China” goods).
Managua Shopping Center
Managua Shopping Center
Centro Comercial Managua (Colonia Centroaméricana e/Colegio Salvador Mendieta, Managua) – this shopping center was built a year alter the big earthquake in this country (1972), attracting over 200 mostly local and regional retailers.
Multicentro Las Americas
Multicentro Las Americas
Multicentro Las Americas (Semaforos de Villa Progreso 1 cuadra al Oeste, Managua) – this shopping center has around 147 retailers (competing with Galerias Santo Domingo and Metrocentro for the same upper & middle income consumers). This has become a favorite among families with small children.
