🇳🇮 Nicaragua

Republic of Nicaragua

Basic Information

Capital

Managua

Region

Americas / Central America

Population

7,142,529

Area

130,370 km²

Currencies

Nicaraguan córdoba (C$)

Languages

Spanish

About country

Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America, boasting a rich history shaped by indigenous cultures and Spanish colonization. Its geography is diverse, ranging from fertile plains to volcanic highlands, and it is bordered by both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. Known as 'the breadbasket of Central America,' Nicaragua's economy relies heavily on agriculture, particularly coffee, sugarcane, and beef. The country has faced political instability in recent decades, impacting its economic development and leading to emigration. Managua, the capital, is a bustling city with a complex history and a growing population.

Political Information

System of Government

Presidential Republic

Independent

Yes

UN Member

Yes

Codes & Identifiers

ISO 3166-1 Alpha-2

NI

ISO 3166-1 Alpha-3

NIC

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Neighboring Countries

Additional Flags & Symbols

Acoyapa

City / Municipality

Boaco

City / Municipality

Chinandega

City / Municipality

Ciudad Darío

City / Municipality

Corinto, Nicaragua

City / Municipality

Diriamba

City / Municipality

Estelí

City / Municipality

Granada, Nicaragua

City / Municipality

Jinotega

City / Municipality

Jinotepe, Carazo

City / Municipality

Juigalpa, Chontales

City / Municipality

León, Nicaragua

City / Municipality

Managua

City / Municipality

Masaya

City / Municipality

Matagalpa

City / Municipality

Ocotal

City / Municipality

Puerto Cabezas

City / Municipality

San Carlos, Nicaragua

City / Municipality

Somoto, Madriz

City / Municipality

Chontales Department

Region / Province / State

Estelí Department

Region / Province / State

Jinotega Department

Region / Province / State

Masaya Department

Region / Province / State

North Caribbean Coast Autonomous Region

Region / Province / State

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