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Things to see in Chinandega (Nicaragua): 30 places and when to go
Chinandega is a city in Nicaragua with around 139,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 30 places in and around it, mainly Nature (21), Mountains (11), Beaches (5). The best known are San Cristóbal Volcano, Casita Volcano and Cerro Moyotepe. The best time to come is November to March; also possible: April to May and July to August. In June there are 12 h 44 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 16. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Nicaragua · 12.6304, -87.13
- Population
- About 139,000
- Places
- 30 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (21) · Mountains (11) · Beaches (5) · Diving (4) · Temples (1) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- November to March.
- Also possible
- April to May and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- MGA Managua, 118 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- San Cristóbal Volcano, at 1,745 m.
What to see in Chinandega
The places in and around Chinandega, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- San Cristóbal VolcanoHighest volcano in Nicaragua at 1,745 m (5,725 ft)16 km
- Casita VolcanoVolcano in Nicaragua20 km
- Cerro MoyotepeMountain in Nicaragua, Municipio de Chinandega20 km
- ChoncoExtinct volcano in Nicaragua12 km
- National Shrine Basilica of Our Lady of the Immaculate ConceptionReligious building located in El Viejo, Nicaragua5.3 km
- Arrecife ConwayReef in Nicaragua24 km
- Bajos CastañonesSandbank/reef in Pacific Ocean near Corintho, Nicaragua22 km
- Cabo AustroCoastal promontory in Nicaragua19 km
- Cerro El GatoMountain in Nicaragua30 km
- Cerro El PartidoMountain in Nicaragua, Chinandega Department29 km
- Cerro La PerruquitaMountain in Nicaragua, Chinandega Department21 km
- Cerro Monte RosaMountain in Nicaragua13 km
- Cordillera Cerro GrandeMountain in Nicaragua27 km
- Estero Doña PaulaEstuary in León Department, Nicaragua19 km
- Estero San FranciscoWatercourse in Nicaragua near Corinto15 km
- Isla El Cardón LighthouseLighthouse in Nicaragua18 km
- Loma La TetaMountain in Nicaragua12 km
- Lomas El GarrapatalMountain in Nicaragua22 km
- Lomas El MelonalMountain in Nicaragua29 km
- Montaña El UvalMountain in Nicaragua18 km
- Monte Doña PaulaMountain in Nicaragua19 km
- Los RanchosBeaches15 km
- Volcán San Cristóbal-Casita Natural ReserveNature reserve in Nicaragua17 km
- Bahía de CorintoBay near Corinto, Nicaragua18 km
And the other 6, by what you come to do:
- Beaches: Barra Cardón
- Nature: Bocana Maderas Negras, Cerro La Palmita, Cerro La Pelona
- Hiking: Caminata al Volcán San Cristóbal
- Food and drink: Flor de Caña
When to go to Chinandega
The best time to visit Chinandega is November to March; also possible: April to May and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time11:20
- FebBest time11:36
- MarBest time11:55
- AprPossible12:17
- MayPossible12:35
- JunBetter not12:44
- JulPossible12:41
- AugPossible12:25
- SepBetter not12:04
- OctBetter not11:43
- NovBest time11:24
- DecBest time11:16
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 12 h 44 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 16. In January, 30 of the 30 places are at their best.
When to go to Nicaragua in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Chinandega
The nearest main airport is Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA, Managua), 118 km as the crow flies. How to get around Nicaragua (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- León, Nicaragua36 places35 km
- Estelí36 places98 km
- Managua50 places107 km
- Somoto, Madriz32 places111 km
- Ocotal34 places132 km
- Jinotega26 places133 km
And all of Nicaragua, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Chinandega?
The best known: San Cristóbal Volcano, Casita Volcano, Cerro Moyotepe, Chonco, National Shrine Basilica of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception. In all, 30 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Chinandega?
November to March; also possible: April to May and July to August. In June there are 12 h 44 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 16.
How do you get to Chinandega?
The nearest main airport is Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA), 118 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Chinandega as the destination and these 30 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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