Nicaragua cities list with latitude and longitude in CSV,SQL,XML,JSON formats

Nicaragua
Nicaragua
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Last update : 10 December 2024.

Country
Nicaragua
Capitale
Managua
Number of cities
2638
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This is the best list of 2638 cities in the Nicaragua available in 4 formats ( CSV, Json, SQL, XML ). We have cleaned up the Geoname database to leave only the towns, capitals and villages. All are all associated with regions and sub-regions (where available).

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Geoname_IDCityAlternate_NameCountry_CodeRegionSub_regionLatitudeLongitudeElevationPopulationTimezoneFcode_Name
3617588Monte RosaIngenio Monterrosa,Monte RosaNIChinandega12.70524-87.234190America/Managuapopulated place
3618889KangrinaNIMatagalpa Department13.18298-84.934660America/Managuapopulated place
3616641San PabloNIChinandega12.53828-86.991930America/Managuapopulated place
3619667El LanchónNISouth Caribbean Coast12.85135-84.136640America/Managuapopulated place
3618332Las ÁnimasNIMatagalpa Department12.80054-85.791880America/Managuapopulated place
3619936El ChaparroNIManagua Department12.18846-86.397730America/Managuapopulated place
3619470El PorvenirNINorth Caribbean Coast13.33225-84.365270America/Managuapopulated place
3828271Mira LagoNILeón Department12.41111-86.618330America/Managuapopulated place
3617973Loma de MicoLoma Mico,Loma de MicoNISouth Caribbean Coast12.19631-83.828880America/Managuapopulated place
3618457LamlayaLama Laya,Lamblaya,Lamlaya,Lumlei,LumlelNINorth Caribbean Coast14.0236-83.419840America/Managuapopulated place
3618747La AlianzaNIMatagalpa Department12.98154-85.572860America/Managuapopulated place
3617116Quesera Playa GrandePlaya Grande,Quesera Playa GrandeNIChinandega12.88166-87.272490America/Managuapopulated place
3618987Ingenio BélgicaNIChinandega12.58333-87.10America/Managuapopulated place
3616495Santa FeMoha,Santa FeNIBoaco Department12.62891-85.422750America/Managuapopulated place
8016256FumosaFumosaNIGranada Department11.96745-85.985720America/Managuapopulated place
3617184PotrerillosNIRivas11.45345-85.466350America/Managuapopulated place
3619467El PotrerilloEl Potrerillo,Potrerillo,Potrerillos,PotreriosNIEstelí Department13.32428-86.468480America/Managuapopulated place
3620876AposentilloNIChinandega12.63477-87.361310America/Managuapopulated place
3616020Todo ObreroTodo Obrero,Toro OveroNIManagua Department12.19256-86.466770America/Managuapopulated place
3617825LourdesNILeón Department12.76806-86.755740America/Managuapopulated place
3619673El JoteNILeón Department12.71791-86.780090America/Managuapopulated place
8016377El PacionEl PacionNIGranada Department11.87442-85.976040America/Managuapopulated place
3619877El CorozoNIMatagalpa Department12.77714-85.901210America/Managuapopulated place
3616383Santa TeresaNIRivas11.49077-85.59820America/Managuapopulated place
3618686La CampanaNIEstelí Department13.13333-86.30America/Managuapopulated place
8016223CañasCanas,CañasNIGranada Department11.71217-85.817180America/Managuapopulated place
3616655San MiguelitoNIMatagalpa Department12.78285-85.582380America/Managuapopulated place
3618092La TrinidadNIRivas11.3552-85.886090America/Managuapopulated place
3619544El ParaísoNICarazo Department11.9-86.233330America/Managuapopulated place
3616867San FranciscoNIRivas11.6051-85.946860America/Managuapopulated place
3618680La CarboneraNIMasaya Department12.08685-86.078740America/Managuapopulated place
3615856Valle Santo DomingoSanto Domingo,Valle Santo DomingoNIMadriz Department13.53773-86.50710America/Managuapopulated place
3620970Agua AmarillaAgua Amarilla,Agua AmarillasNIMatagalpa Department13.04136-85.703860America/Managuapopulated place
3616733San Juan de Las PencasSan Juan,San Juan de Las PencasNIChinandega12.76837-86.910940America/Managuapopulated place
3620839AsososcaNILeón Department12.43333-86.666670America/Managuapopulated place
8537464Santa Cruz de BuenaviataSanta Cruz de BuenaviataNIGranada Department11.88809-85.994830America/Managuapopulated place
3618541La GorrionaNIGranada Department11.76112-85.889790America/Managuapopulated place
8016263Los AngelesLos AngelesNIGranada Department11.95834-85.975280America/Managuapopulated place
3619910El CocoNILeón Department12.82876-86.514350America/Managuapopulated place
3619983El CarmenNIGranada Department11.98094-85.957440America/Managuapopulated place
3616353Santo DomingoSanta Domingo,Santo DomingoNIMadriz Department13.57533-86.22530America/Managuapopulated place
3615901DantalíDatanli,Datanlí,Valle Dantali,Valle DantalíNIJinotega Department13.13304-85.920950America/Managuapopulated place
3616630San PedroNIRivas11.57438-86.025710America/Managuapopulated place
3619819El EncantoNISouth Caribbean Coast12.44947-84.3690America/Managuapopulated place
3620244CuajiniquilNILeón Department12.7282-86.480170America/Managuapopulated place
3620696Bismuna TaraBismuna,Bismuna Tara,Krak PrakiaNINorth Caribbean Coast14.75268-83.407720America/Managuapopulated place
3616128TapasleBuenos Aires,TapasleNIMatagalpa Department13.03159-85.641010America/Managuapopulated place
3618119Las TablasNILeón Department12.69052-86.477230America/Managuapopulated place
3615634YulúNINorth Caribbean Coast14.06659-83.594830America/Managuapopulated place
3616784San JoséNIManagua Department12-86.550America/Managuapopulated place
3619786El GarceroNIChinandega12.89867-86.68780America/Managuapopulated place
12037186El ChagüiteEl Chaguite,El ChagüiteNIManagua Department12.16791-86.151960America/Managuapopulated place
3618372La PitahayaNIMatagalpa Department12.75361-86.19090America/Managuapopulated place
3617183PotrerillosNIBoaco Department12.36478-85.797480America/Managuapopulated place
3615651Yaule AbajoNIMatagalpa Department12.90747-85.977470America/Managuapopulated place
3619436El RíoNIMatagalpa Department12.63333-85.850America/Managuapopulated place
8036037La HaciendaLa HaciendaNICarazo Department11.68824-86.174790America/Managuapopulated place
3619330El TigreEl Tigre,TigreNIRivas11.14211-85.341130America/Managuapopulated place
3619842El DespachoNISouth Caribbean Coast12.51336-84.931820America/Managuapopulated place
3619486El PlatanalNIManagua Department12.48139-86.097470America/Managuapopulated place
3620753Barrio de San FranciscoNIMasaya Department12.03063-86.116450America/Managuapopulated place
8017061La GuabinaLa GuabinaNICarazo Department11.70587-86.274640America/Managuapopulated place
3618777KuriNINorth Caribbean Coast14.56439-83.501540America/Managuapopulated place
8017079Las LomasLas LomasNICarazo Department11.67391-86.328140America/Managuapopulated place
3619649El MadroñoCaserio El Madrono,Caserío El Madroño,El Madrono,El MadroñoNIManagua Department12.5387-86.048920America/Managuapopulated place
3615895Valle El BrasilBrasil,Brazil,Valle El BrasilNIMatagalpa Department12.64933-86.23790America/Managuapopulated place
3620583BumBoom,Boon,BumNINorth Caribbean Coast14.91335-83.595790America/Managuapopulated place
3618690La CamaroncitaNIGranada Department11.67059-86.089060America/Managuapopulated place
3616591San RamónNIRivas11.68438-85.906470America/Managuapopulated place
3617134Punta GordaNIRivas11.48875-85.478980America/Managuapopulated place
3616685San ManuelNIChontales Department11.90933-85.421940America/Managuapopulated place
3616906San CayetanoCayetano,San CayetanoNIChinandega12.76667-87.383330America/Managuapopulated place
3616631San PedroNIRivas11.42214-85.476480America/Managuapopulated place
3618575La EstrellaNIMatagalpa Department12.82768-85.91420America/Managuapopulated place
3617356Palo VerdeNIRío San Juan Department11.5181-84.84570America/Managuapopulated place
3620960Aguas CalientesNIChontales Department12.15419-85.373710America/Managuapopulated place
3619356El TamagásNIManagua Department12.27319-86.307750America/Managuapopulated place
3619998El CapulínCapulinar,El Capulin,El CapulínNIChinandega12.99323-87.491870America/Managuapopulated place
3618069La VacaNIChinandega12.84995-87.53910America/Managuapopulated place
3620073El BálsamoBalsamo,El Balsamo,El BálsamoNINueva Segovia Department13.57428-86.17770America/Managuapopulated place
3618611La Cuesta de ApatiteNIMatagalpa Department12.81667-85.750America/Managuapopulated place
8016216San Francisco de CascabelSan Francisco de CascabelNIGranada Department11.71332-85.847290America/Managuapopulated place
8016308La PedreraLa PedreraNIGranada Department11.90226-85.985350America/Managuapopulated place
3618740La AuroraNIManagua Department12.08333-86.266670America/Managuapopulated place
3618616La Cruz VerdeNIRivas11.54645-85.824640America/Managuapopulated place
3616109TaywayTayguay,TaywayNIGranada Department11.88734-85.949520America/Managuapopulated place
3616624San PedroNIChontales Department12.28541-85.015470America/Managuapopulated place
3618971IsiquíNIEstelí Department13.1182-86.225260America/Managuapopulated place
3620428Ceiba MochaCeiba Mocha,La Ceiba MochaNILeón Department12.31204-86.608750America/Managuapopulated place
8016302La QunitaLa QunitaNIGranada Department11.91149-85.991190America/Managuapopulated place
3618787KumCoom,Cum,KumNINorth Caribbean Coast14.81099-83.714220America/Managuapopulated place
8036088Las ColinasLas ColinasNICarazo Department11.72766-86.03740America/Managuapopulated place
3616052Tierras BlancasNIMatagalpa Department12.87365-86.118060America/Managuapopulated place
3619385El SarayalNIJinotega Department13.23143-85.809330America/Managuapopulated place
3617980Llano RedondoNIEstelí Department13.04395-86.316550America/Managuapopulated place
3616879San EstebanNIChontales Department12.13333-85.461720America/Managuapopulated place
3616876San FelipeNIGranada Department11.78046-86.024640America/Managuapopulated place
3620048El BoquerónBoqueron,Boquerón,El Boqueron,El BoquerónNIManagua Department12.28771-86.524210America/Managuapopulated place
3619632El MojónEl Mojon,El Mojón,Mojon,MojónNIJinotega Department13.21548-86.049160America/Managuapopulated place
8016309La PiedraLa PiedraNIGranada Department11.90087-85.987710America/Managuapopulated place

Nicaragua: A Geographical Exploration of Central America's Jewel

A Country of Contrasting Landscapes and Ecosystems

Nestled in the heart of Central America, Nicaragua is a country rich in natural beauty and geographical diversity. From its Pacific coastline to the Caribbean shores, from vast lakes to active volcanoes, Nicaragua presents a mosaic of environments, each with its unique topography and ecological significance. With its diverse landscapes, the country offers a blend of lush rainforests, fertile plains, dry tropical areas, and dramatic highlands, all of which contribute to its cultural, economic, and environmental fabric.

Nicaragua is a country of extremes, with dramatic geographical features such as the massive Lake Cocibolca, the largest freshwater lake in Central America, and the towering, active volcanoes that define much of the landscape. The combination of mountain ranges and coastal plains creates a rich array of ecosystems, from tropical rainforests and dry forests to mangroves and wetlands, fostering an incredible diversity of flora and fauna.

This geographical variety is not only a source of natural wealth but also plays a key role in shaping the settlement patterns, economic activities, and cultural life of the Nicaraguan people. Understanding how these landscapes influence the distribution of cities and regions across the country is essential for gaining insights into the country's development and sustainability. Detailed geographic data, such as the latitude and longitude of Nicaraguan cities, along with their administrative divisions, can provide critical information for better planning and resource management.

Regional Distribution of Cities and Development Zones

Nicaragua is divided into 15 departments and two autonomous regions, with the capital city, Managua, located in the western part of the country along the shores of Lake Cocibolca. Managua, being the country’s largest city, serves as the political, economic, and cultural center. It is strategically located near the lake, which has historically been crucial for transportation, trade, and agriculture.

Managua is surrounded by smaller cities and towns that contribute to the country’s economy, including Masaya, León, and Granada. These cities have historical significance, with León being an intellectual and revolutionary hub and Granada standing as one of the most beautifully preserved colonial cities in Central America. The western region, with its proximity to the Pacific Ocean, has seen significant urbanization and industrialization, particularly around the capital.

Further to the east lies the less developed, yet ecologically rich, Caribbean region, including cities like Bluefields and Puerto Cabezas. This area has a more rural, agricultural character, with a significant Afro-Caribbean and indigenous population. The region is marked by its lowland tropical rainforests, wetlands, and coastal ecosystems, offering a stark contrast to the more arid and volcanic landscapes in the west.

To the north and central regions, the land becomes more mountainous and forested, with towns like Estelí and Jinotega located in the central highlands, areas known for coffee production and natural beauty. These highland cities are important both economically and culturally, representing the rural backbone of Nicaragua, where farming and ecological tourism thrive.

Each region of Nicaragua, from the Pacific lowlands to the northern highlands and the Caribbean coast, offers a unique cultural and economic contribution. Understanding the geographic coordinates and layout of these regions—obtained through geographic data on their cities and departments—can provide key insights into how the land has shaped the population distribution, infrastructure development, and resource allocation throughout the country.

Latitude and Longitude: Mapping Nicaragua’s Regions and Cities

Precise geographic coordinates, such as latitude and longitude, are invaluable for mapping Nicaragua’s diverse landscapes and urban centers. The geographic positioning of cities like Managua, León, and Bluefields helps illustrate how these urban areas interact with their surrounding environments. Understanding the exact location of cities in relation to lakes, rivers, mountains, and coastlines is crucial for examining the country’s transportation networks, agricultural production, and environmental conservation efforts.

For instance, the coordinates of Managua provide insight into its role as a central hub for national trade, with its location near Lake Cocibolca offering easy access to both land and water transport routes. Similarly, León’s position on the Pacific side of Nicaragua reveals how its agricultural hinterland contributes to both national food production and its cultural heritage.

By obtaining detailed geographic data on the latitude and longitude of cities like Masaya, Granada, and Estelí, we can also examine the economic relationships between these urban centers and the surrounding rural areas. These coordinates allow us to analyze patterns of trade, resource extraction, and industrialization, particularly in key sectors like coffee, textiles, and food production, which are vital to the Nicaraguan economy.

In the Caribbean region, the exact geographic data of Bluefields and Puerto Cabezas can highlight the challenges of urbanization and economic development in this more isolated and ecologically sensitive area. The precise location of these cities, coupled with environmental data, helps create strategies for balancing economic growth with environmental preservation, particularly in the context of the region’s rainforests and coastal ecosystems.

The Environmental Geography of Nicaragua: Volcanic Landscapes and Rich Ecosystems

Nicaragua’s landscape is defined by the presence of several active volcanoes, including Masaya and San Cristóbal, which rise dramatically above the surrounding plains. The volcanic landscape not only offers stunning views and rich soil for agriculture but also presents challenges for urban planning and disaster management. Volcanoes like these shape the topography of the western region, influencing where cities and settlements can develop and how resources are distributed.

The volcanic soil in regions like León and Masaya has been a significant factor in the success of agriculture in the area, particularly in the cultivation of crops like coffee, beans, and corn. The fertile soils of these regions support dense agricultural activity, which is crucial to the national economy. At the same time, the presence of active volcanoes creates a need for continuous monitoring of seismic activity to ensure the safety of the local population.

In contrast, the eastern regions of Nicaragua, with their lowlands and tropical forests, represent a different ecological zone. The rainforests and wetlands in these areas support rich biodiversity, including rare and endangered species. The geographic data on the distribution of protected areas, wildlife reserves, and conservation zones is crucial for ensuring the sustainable management of these ecosystems, which are vital for maintaining Nicaragua’s natural heritage.

The country’s rivers, including the Río Coco and Río San Juan, also play an essential role in its environmental geography. These rivers provide water for agriculture, transport, and industry, and they help define the borders of several regions. Access to geographic data on river systems and their tributaries is crucial for managing water resources, flood control, and environmental protection in the face of climate change.

Geographic Data for Sustainable Development and Planning

In a country as diverse as Nicaragua, geographic data is essential for sustainable urban and regional planning. Given the varying natural resources, climates, and landscapes across the country, obtaining detailed data on cities, regions, and their respective coordinates allows policymakers, urban planners, and environmentalists to create strategies that balance development with environmental sustainability.

For example, accurate data on the location of urban centers in relation to fertile agricultural land helps ensure that urban growth does not encroach upon valuable farming areas. Similarly, understanding the geographical distribution of natural resources like water, forests, and minerals allows for better resource management, ensuring that the benefits of these resources are distributed equitably across the country.

Geographic data is also vital for disaster preparedness, particularly in volcanic and flood-prone areas. By knowing the exact locations of cities and towns in relation to natural hazards, such as active volcanoes or flood plains, emergency response strategies can be developed to ensure the safety of local populations and mitigate potential damage.

Conclusion

Nicaragua’s geography, from its volcanic landscapes and fertile plains to its coastal ecosystems and river systems, has profoundly shaped its development, culture, and economy. The country’s cities and regions, from the bustling capital of Managua to the more remote areas of the Caribbean coast, are intricately linked to the natural environment that surrounds them. By obtaining detailed geographic data, including the latitude and longitude of cities, regions, and departments, we can gain a deeper understanding of the spatial relationships that influence Nicaragua’s growth. This data is essential for managing resources, planning sustainable development, and addressing the challenges posed by the country’s diverse landscapes and natural features.

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  • Geoname_ID: This is a unique identifier for each place or geographical name in the Geoname database.
  • City: The name of the place, which can be a town, village or any other form of human settlement.
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