Welcome to Nicaragua, rich green tropical land of mountains and volcanoes, lakes and rivers, green rain forests and extensive sun swept beaches. It is the largest of the Central American republics and it is an extraordinary adventure to learn Spanish in Nicaragua. For thousands of years the country was inhabited by the Mayan civilization, later it was colonized by Spain and finally it gained its independence in 1838. Nicaragua takes its name from Nicarao, the chief of the indigenous tribe from the area around present-day Lake Nicaragua. In 1524, Hernandez de Cordoba founded the first Spanish permanent settlements in the region, including two of Nicaragua's principal towns, Granada, on Lake Nicaragua, and Leon, east of Lake Managua.

Nicaragua has a tropical climate. As a result of its geographic location between 11 and 15 degrees latitude north and the humidity from both the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean its two seasons are quite stable. Numerous people are attending to Spanish courses in Nicaragua to experience its great nature. Bordered by the vast Pacific Ocean on the west and by the balmy Caribbean Sea the east it is a warm and friendly land of lakes and mountains; rivers and volcanoes, sea and sun. Don’t miss getting in contact with the people when you learn Spanish in Nicaragua. The "Nicas" are friendly and obliging people, with a interesting society. The country is multi-ethnic without an official religion. Taking Spanish courses in Nicaragua you will recognize that its population is very young, 60 percent is under 17 years of age. Mestizos of mixed Indian and Spanish blood make up the majority of the population and they are the originators of Nicargua's colorful folklore, music and much of its religious tradition that will accompany you when you learn Spanish in Nicaragua.

In Managua, the country’s capital, as well as in major cities, you can buy national products such as clothing, shoes, handicrafts and souvenirs. Also visit some of the largest and best stores; the Centro Comercial Managua, Metrocentro, Diplotiendas and Supermercados Internacionales when taking Spanish courses in Nicaragua. Another quite interesting activity is the fiestas. Religion has always been a part of Nicaragua's cultural charm and identity. Therefore each city in Nicaragua has its own patron saint. These fiestas are times of great fun, joy, and excitement as everyone in the city joins in the celebration. The fiestas generally begin with a parade in which the statue of the saint is carried into the city. After that there could be traditional dances, plays, or rites. Everyone continues to eat, drink and be merry well into the night as longs as the roving musicians, clowns, and happy neighbors remain. Take the chance to increase your Spanish skills when attending to one of the Spanish courses in Nicaragua and be part of all that.