León, Nicaragua

Founded in 1524 and relocated in 1610, León is a city of attractions that confirm its significant role in history, culture, politics, and the arts. No wonder local people are proud of its cathedral, the largest in Central America, its legends and traditions, and its poets!

Visit landmark sites in this oldest, western-most barrio of León. Gain new insights into the original settlement, its indigenous people, their traditions and culture, and the vital role Sutiaba played from colonial times through the Sandinista revolution.

Many events in Nicaragua’s dramatic and controversial history are illustrated in murals. Among the events are the Spanish arrival, foreign intervention, national heroes, the war...

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