Directly across from the Catedral Vieja is the Plaza de la República, also known as José Dolores Estrada Park. The shady square has a massive gazebo (the dragon head fountains are impressive even if the water has dried up), but the greatest emphasis is reserved for a memorial to Sandinista commander Carlos Fonseca Amador. “Nicaragua entera te dice presente” declares the inscription, which is surrounded by an empty pool, banners in both national and Sandinista colors and a (somewhat surprisingly) still burning eternal flame. The park is where hopeful vendors wait for tourists, so don’t be surprised if a couple of children approach you with their palm frond masterpieces.

Location:
Managua, Nicaragua

City Plaza

Relative price: Budget

Travel Skills: None

By Rachael Hanley

A sometime newspaper journalist with a heavy side of wanderlust, Rachael moved to Quito in November to work on the V!VA staff. She is currently...

Created: 11 Jun 2009

Updated: 11 Jun 2009