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 Sergio Zepeda and the
beginnings of a real
beauty by epicult
Sergio Zepeda's family has been building quality, handcrafted guitars for three generations and he more than welcomes you to come tour his small workshop.
In 2003, guitars started at $60 USD (cedar w/cheap fret wire) and work their way up to $140 for a mahogany and rosewood guitar (imported fret wire) w/beautiful binding and meticulously inlayed mother of pearl. You have a choice of standard and short-scale (popular in C.A.) & regular and cut-away stylings.These prices have apparently risen considerably
Regardless, anyone who knows guitars also knows that you can barely purchase a mass produced peice of "chipboard with strings" in North America for under $300. Sergio also makes mandolins. Unfortunately he does not keep shelf stock of guitars and requires that you give him a two-week lead time (preorder) if you want one of these beauties.
Had I known, I would have put in a preorder but... I happily settled for a guitar crafted by another builder that was of lesser quality.
Cost depends on wood, fret, inlays and other custom options. Leave a Comment Theme: Local CraftPhone: 883-0260
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 Pura Vida! by epicult
Although we didn't have a chance to visit, there are many "fábricas de hamacas" on the southwest edge of town accross from the old hospital.
Many different styles, sizing and quality are available.
A nice one person hammock will set you back $10-25 USD (fits nicely in a small pack) and $50+ for the "Hamaca Grande" which you can fit a small family and dog on but will require considerable effort to lug around while you continue with your travels. Leave a Comment Theme: Local CraftDirections: On the main road leading to the Malecon & Stadium for the factories or check out the new or old markets. They're everywhere.
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Estelí is the cigar capital of Nicaragua. If you have time, you can have the cigar box made with the picture you like and the cigars wrapped in the same design!
10$ for a box of cigars, 45$ for a huge box of cigars with your own design. Leave a Comment Theme: OtherAddress: TESA, EstelíPhone: fax: +505 713 6331Directions: Esquina Noreste de Catedral 75 vrs al Norte (Allan Arguello speaks English)Other Contact: tesa@munditel.com.ni
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 This is how hammocks are
made by hanula
In Masaya, you can buy a lovely hammock directly from the producers too and it will be cheaper (10-40 dollars depending on the size and your negotiation skills).
Hammocks
Prices vary from 10 to 30$ depending on the quality of work. (very big hammocks 30-40) Leave a Comment Theme: Local CraftDirections: Ciudad de Masaya.
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 by MalenaNLeave a Comment Theme: OtherDirections: In east Masaya, off Calle Ernesto Fernández
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 Nicaraguan Rum by zweiblumen
A bottle of top quality Nicaraguan Rum costs around US$12.00 or at least it does in San Jose airport, Costa Rica. The same Rum was on sale in a Madrid Airport duty free shop priced 24.00 Euros! Tip buy the rum locally! Leave a Comment
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San Juan's fame in ceramics is an old one and the local clay has been used to make hand-shaped pottery for at least 1000 years.
The ceramics sold in the village are real pieces of art. Not just any ceramics you can buy elsewhere in Nicaragua. Don't miss your chance to shop there because you ain't gonna find it elsewhere.
Ceramics
5-40$ Leave a Comment Theme: Local CraftAddress: San Juan del OrienteDirections: NB. Don't confuse it with san Juan del Sur
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Nicaraguan banks are not very willing to change euros yet. So it's better to bring dollars with you. You can get your travellers checks changed but cash + credit card is the easiest option. You can also pay in dollars here if you like.
15 córdobas = 1 dollar (August 2003) Leave a Comment Theme: Other
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Flor de caña is the famous Nicaraguan rum that you have to take back home. It's very cheap and makes you cheerful...
3-10$ Leave a Comment Theme: Food and DrinkAddress: Anywhere
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