Nicaragua Statistics

  • Capital: Managua
  • Population: 5,995,928
  • GDP: $17,710,000,000 (USD)
  • Total Area:
    49,998 (sq miles)
    129,494 (sq kilometers)
  • Currency: gold cordoba (NIO)

Nicaragua Facts

  • Nicaragua Facts... Nicaragua is named for one of its original inhabitants, Chief Nicarao, who ruled part of the area at the time the Spanish arrived in Central... Learn More
  • Eating and Recipes... Eating is complemented with pleasant conversation. Both hands (not elbows) should remain on or above the table at all times. The main meal is eaten... Learn More
  • Family... Family is the basis of society and influences an individual's life and decision making. A person has two family names. Learn More
  • Fashion... Men wear clothes made from washable cotton cord or other lightweight material. Women wear cool, cotton dresses. There are also various traditional costumes worn for... Learn More

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