Chontales Department
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Region / Subdivision
Summary
Chontales is a department in Nicaragua located in the central-southwest part of the country. It is bordered by Lake Cocibolca to the west and features rolling hills and the Serranía Chontaleña range. The economy is primarily based on livestock and fishing.
Statistics
Area
6,481.00 km²
Population
153,932