History
This armed conflict in the 1980s involved the Contras and the Sandinista government.
Contra War
Nicaragua borders which two countries?
Honduras and Costa Rica
This Nicaraguan dessert is made from sweetened milk, sugar, and cinnamon, and is similar to rice pudding.
Arroz con Leche
This annual festival in Masaya, known for its colorful parades and traditional dances, celebrates the patron saint San Jerónimo.
San Jerónimo Festival
This sport is the most popular in Nicaragua.
Baseball
This natural event devastated Managua in 1972.
Earthquake
This city is the capital of Nicaragua.
Managua
A refreshing Nicaraguan drink made from cacao, milk, and sugar, often served cold.
Pinolillo
This genre of music, originating from the Caribbean coast of Nicaragua, is characterized by its upbeat rhythm and is often performed during the Palo de Mayo festival.
Palo de Mayo music
This is Nicaragua’s main export product.
Coffee
This proposed canal in the 19th century would have connected the Atlantic and Pacific through Nicaragua.
Nicaragua Canal
This lake, the largest in Nicaragua, is known for its freshwater sharks.
Lake Nicaragua
This Nicaraguan dish consists of corn dough filled with meat, rice, and vegetables, wrapped in plantain leaves and steamed.
Nacatamales
This festival, celebrated in the city of Granada, features a parade of giant puppets known as “Gigantonas.”
La Gigantona
This industry is crucial for the Nicaraguan economy, especially in the Estelí region.
Tobacco Industry
Which country was the colonizer of Nicaragua after Spain?
Great Britain
This river forms part of the border between Nicaragua and Costa Rica.
San Juan River
This traditional Nicaraguan dish, a staple made from rice and beans, is often served for breakfast.
Gallo Pinto
This Nicaraguan city is famous for its vibrant street art and murals, reflecting the country’s history and culture.
León
This politician has been president of Nicaragua several times since 1985.
Daniel Ortega
In what year did Nicaragua join the United Nations?
1945
This volcano, one of the most active in Nicaragua, is located near León.
Momotombo Volcano
A popular Nicaraguan drink made from fermented corn, often enjoyed during festivals.
Chicha
This town in Nicaragua is renowned for its pottery, especially the black pottery made from local clay.
San Juan de Oriente
This Nicaraguan poet, known as the “Prince of Castilian Letters,” is considered one of the most important figures in Spanish-American literature.
Rubén Darío