Nicaragua
Republic of Nicaragua
People: Nicaraguan
Nicaragua is located in Central America and has a population of around 6.8 million. Its capital city is Managua, and the most widely spoken official language is Spanish.
Nicaragua — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Nicaragua |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Managua |
| Continent | North America |
| Region | Central America |
| Population | 6,803,886 |
| Area | 130,373 km² |
| Currency | Nicaraguan córdoba (NIO) C$ |
| Official Language | Spanish |
| Dialling Code | +505 |
| Internet TLD | .ni |
| Timezone | UTC-06:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | NI / NIC |
| Borders | Costa Rica, Honduras |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nicaragua
What is the capital of Nicaragua?
The capital of Nicaragua is Managua.
What currency does Nicaragua use?
Nicaragua uses the Nicaraguan córdoba (NIO, symbol: C$).
What language do they speak in Nicaragua?
The official language of Nicaragua is Spanish.
What is the dialling code for Nicaragua?
The international dialling code for Nicaragua is +505.
What side of the road does Nicaragua drive on?
Nicaragua drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Nicaragua
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