Facts

FACTS 1. Range of temp. 79-84 not much change thru the year in Managua 2. Largest country in central America 3. national instrument marimba close to (xylophone) 4. Nicaragua was named after Nicarao, the leader of one of the area’s early indigenous groups. His name was combined with the Spanish word for water, agua, to form the word Nicaragua. 5. The white stripe is symbolic of the purity of the land, and the two blue stripes represent the oceans that border Nicaragua. 6. Asking about the health of a family member demonstrates friendliness between acquaintances. 7. Men and woman usually greet each other with a kiss on the cheek and a gentle hug 8. Approximately 59 percent of the population is Roman Catholic. Protestant (23 percent), Evangelical (22 percent), and other Christian organizations are also present and growing. Freedom of religion is guaranteed by the constitution 9. Neatness and cleanliness are important to Nicaraguans, even if they cannot afford nice clothes they will make an effort to be neat and well groomed. 10. They use lips or extending chin to use direction.