Granada, Nicaragua
The central park is a good place to start your visit. From here you can see several colonial buildings that surround the park. You can also taste the famous ‘vigorón’, a typical plate from Granada consisting of yucca, pig fat, and a vegetable salad accompanied by a cacao drink.
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The department of Granada is home to the oldest city and the best conserved spanish colonial town. This city, also called Granada, features many colonial buildings and is in close proximity of two other main attractions in this department: Lake Nicaragua, an enormous freshwater lake that houses hundreds of small islets, and the Mombacho Volcano, an imposing volcano that has a lot to offer. Granada is the city most visited by tourists in Nicaragua.
When it comes to hotels and restaurants, Granada has a lot to offer. There are many great hotels and hostels, in all price classes and often located in a colonial setting. For dining Granada also has a lot of variety to offer. Great cuisine and beautifully decorated restaurants can easily be found within walking distance from the central park.