Merrymaking in Nicaragua for the Holidays
Even though most any time is an excellent time to visit the country of Nicaragua, for an extra-special touch, try to be there for one of the many holidays in the country. The cultural perspective on these festivities by the locals is different than you've experienced elsewhere, and can be a lot of fun if you relax and revel in your time there. Even traditional U.S. holidays like New Year's and Easter take on a different flair in Nicaragua. Here are some of the events you may decide to see.
As already mentioned, New Year's festivities and the religious ceremonies around the Easter season are marvelous. In either case, joining in the festivities can give you a real feel for how others celebrate these events, and it can be both revealing and entertaining. Since most U.S. businesses observe these holidays too, finding the time to fly down and jump in shouldn't be a consideration.
Summer is when the festivities unique to the country begin, with July being an especially active month. On the 19th, Nicaraguans celebrate Liberation Day, with all the fervor and excitement you would expect from any other similar festivity. On the 25th, Fiesta de Santiago begins. This festival is only held in three cities - Managua, Boaco, and Somoto. However, the next day is the Fiesta de Santa Ana, and four different cities participate in this festival. Between the two events, it should be a simple matter to participate in on at least one of the celebrations.
September brings the Battle of San Jacinto celebration. It is a national holiday. The next day, the 15th, is Independence Day, and is an immense celebration for the citizens of this country. If you are in Granada in October, the whole month is dedicated to the celebration of Mes del Rosario. And in Masaya in October, the Festividades de San Jeronimo is celebrated on every Sunday during the month.
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