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León

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Las Peñitas

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Puerto Momotombo

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El Lagartillo

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La Paz Centro

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Best Museum in Nica

Best Museum in Nica, Departamento de León

 travelintraina Says:  This is possibly the best museum I've been to, period. It's a history of the Sandinista party (FSLN), starting from before the party even existed. It's located... 

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El Fortin Toilet

El Fortin Toilet, Departamento de León

 trek06 Says:  Ah the prison washroom. Another reason, to avoid being a prisoner. This fort/prison last saw action in 1979. 

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El Fortin de Acosasco

El Fortin de Acosasco, Departamento de León

 trek06 Says:  Built in 1889 it has been used as both a militiary base and a prison. I'm sure glad I didn't have to spend time there when it was in use. There is a great view... 

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Sandino's Mother

Sandino's Mother, Departamento de León

 trek06 Says:  This is a photo of Sandino's Mother. Agusto Cesar Sandino was the son of a wealthy judge and one of his servant women. Sandino became a rebel general for the... 

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Leon Museums

Leon Museums, Departamento de León

 trek06 Says:  This adhoc museum is across the street from parque Central in Leon. Old photos and newspaper clips of the Revolution. The fellow who runs the museum gives an... 

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Murals of Leon

Murals of Leon, Departamento de León

 trek06 Says:  A local Lady named Maria gave us a great tour and history lesson explaining many of the murals in Leon. 

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Collectivo Cabs

Collectivo Cabs, Departamento de León

 trek06 Says:  Always give the driver the location you want to go to and ask how much it will be before you get in the cab. Cities generally have fixed rates.Most cabs are... 

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La Catedral

La Catedral, Departamento de León

 aimlesslady Says:  If you are in Leon, I guarantee that you will not miss the cathedral. It is the largest Cathedral in all of Central America!! 

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Los Pescaditos: Don't Miss "Los Pescaditos"

Los Pescaditos: Don't Miss "Los Pescaditos", Departamento de León

 aimlesslady Says:  This family owned restaurant has the best fish in all of Leon. You get to pick your own and it could be prepared any way you want it. I definitely recommend you... 

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