Zona Rosa: Managua
by Beast
I have heard many discriptions of Managua as being an ugly city. Well, not all of Managua is ugly. It doesn't have a lot of "ambiance" for night life like most are accostomed to, but the center for "night life" would have to be the Zona Rosa. It is centrally located on the Masaya Highway that crosses north/south, through town, a few blocks south of the Mall, The Metrocentro. All taxi's know the place. Excellent restaurant options, good music and dancing and safe. When taking a taxi at night, pick one up from any of the nice hotels to assure personal security. Get the taxi driver's card and phone number and call him to pick you up when you are ready to return "home"/hotel. Also the Galerias Mall (Galerias) is a great night spot any night of the week. They have several restaurants with indoor or outdoor seating as well as a classy movie theater. The mall is open air and can be a fun place...