Nicaragua Google Map | Satellite Image

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The Google map of Nicaragua helps you explore the country’s geography, major cities, road networks, and surrounding regions with ease. You can zoom in to view specific locations, switch to satellite mode for a detailed aerial view, and navigate across different parts of the country.

Google Map of Nicaragua

About Map: This interactive map provides a clear view of important places such as capitals, highways, rivers, and neighboring countries. It is useful for travelers, students, and anyone looking to understand the layout and location of Nicaragua in a simple and visual way.

You can also use the map for directions, distance checking, and exploring nearby landmarks. Whether you are planning a trip or just learning about the country, this map offers a quick and convenient way to get a better understanding of Nicaragua.

About Nicaragua

Nicaragua is a country in Central America, located between Honduras to the north and Costa Rica to the south. It has coastlines on both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. The country is known for its lakes, volcanoes, and colonial cities. Managua is the capital and largest city, serving as the main political and economic center.

Departments of Nicaragua

DepartmentPopulationArea (sq mi / sq km)
Managua1,600,0001,350 sq mi / 3,496 sq km
León450,0002,000 sq mi / 5,180 sq km
Masaya400,000235 sq mi / 609 sq km
Chinandega450,0001,800 sq mi / 4,662 sq km
Matagalpa600,0002,600 sq mi / 6,734 sq km
Estelí250,000900 sq mi / 2,331 sq km
Granada200,000400 sq mi / 1,036 sq km
Carazo200,000420 sq mi / 1,088 sq km
Rivas200,000840 sq mi / 2,176 sq km
Boaco180,0001,600 sq mi / 4,144 sq km

Cities in Nicaragua

Managua, León, Granada, Masaya, Chinandega, Matagalpa, Estelí, Jinotepe, Rivas, Boaco, Juigalpa, Bluefields, San Carlos, Somoto, Ocotal, Diriamba, Nandaime, Tipitapa, Corinto, Puerto Cabezas

Nicaragua Locations

Lake Nicaragua, Ometepe Island, Masaya Volcano, Mombacho Volcano, Granada Historic Center, León Cathedral, Corn Islands, San Juan del Sur Beach, Cerro Negro Volcano, Somoto Canyon, Rio San Juan, Laguna de Apoyo, Isla Zapatera, Indio Maíz Biological Reserve, Miraflor Nature Reserve

Nicaragua Map Satellite Image

Nicaragua Facts

CountryNicaragua
Official NameRepublic of Nicaragua
ContinentNorth America (Central America)
LocationCentral America, between Honduras and Costa Rica
Neighbouring CountriesHonduras, Costa Rica
CapitalManagua
Largest CityManagua
Area50,193 sq mi (130,373 sq km)
Population6,800,000 (latest estimate)
Official LanguageSpanish
CurrencyNicaraguan Córdoba
GovernmentPresidential republic
Time ZoneUTC−6
Calling Code+505
Internet TLD.ni
Famous ForVolcanoes, lakes, colonial cities, nature

Nicaragua Natural Resources:

gold, silver, copper, timber, fish, fertile land

Nicaragua Directions

  • Managua to León – 90 km (56 miles)
  • Managua to Granada – 50 km (31 miles)
  • Managua to Masaya – 30 km (19 miles)
  • Managua to Chinandega – 140 km (87 miles)
  • Managua to Matagalpa – 130 km (81 miles)
  • Managua to Estelí – 150 km (93 miles)
  • Managua to Rivas – 110 km (68 miles)
  • Managua to Jinotepe – 45 km (28 miles)
  • León to Chinandega – 40 km (25 miles)
  • León to Cerro Negro – 25 km (16 miles)
  • Granada to Ometepe Island – 70 km (43 miles)
  • Granada to Masaya Volcano – 20 km (12 miles)
  • Granada to Laguna de Apoyo – 15 km (9 miles)
  • Masaya to Managua – 30 km (19 miles)
  • Matagalpa to Estelí – 70 km (43 miles)
  • Estelí to Somoto Canyon – 85 km (53 miles)
  • Rivas to San Juan del Sur – 30 km (19 miles)
  • San Carlos to Rio San Juan – 15 km (9 miles)
  • Bluefields to Corn Islands – 70 km (43 miles)
  • Managua to Airport – 10 km (6 miles)
  • León to Cathedral – 2 km (1 miles)
  • Granada to Historic Center – 2 km (1 miles)
  • Managua to Lake Managua – 5 km (3 miles)
  • Matagalpa to Miraflor Reserve – 20 km (12 miles)
  • Rivas to Isla Zapatera – 40 km (25 miles)

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