home click highlighted hovered text for more info, see help

Nicaragua UNESCO world heritage sites

Leon region [capital = Leon]

Cathedral in Leon at Calle Ruben Darìo, Av. Central Nte.
Constructed between 1747 and the early 19th century, Leon Cathedral merges a basilica rectangular layout of Spanish derivation with regional architectural proportions and features. Stylistically, the monument shows the transition from late Baroque to Neo-Classic with sober decoration.
Ruins of Leon Viejo in Puerto Momotombo @
To date, 17 colonial structures have been discovered, among which stand out for their social importance: the Cathedral of Santa Maria de la Gracia, the La Merced church and convent, the Casa de la Fundicion (The Foundry) as well as other buildings for housing and civil and military installations.