Voice of Nicaragua: OAS Expresses Worry as Nicaragua Unravels

Thursday, April 22

OAS Expresses Worry as Nicaragua Unravels

Source: www.ticotimes.net By Tim Rogers - Nica Times Staff | trogers@ticotimes.net

Nicaragua's social and political unraveling led to more violent street clashes yesterday as the Organization of American States (OAS) expressed its “profound worry” about the worsening situation here and called on political leaders to preserve the country's shaky institutions. Read more

Granada is historically one of Nicaragua's most important cities both economically and politically. It is situated on the northwestern shore of Lake Nicaragua. It was founded by Francisco Hernández de Córdoba on December 8, 1524. It has a rich colonial heritage, seen in its architecture and layout. Granada is commonly nicknamed the Gran Sultana del Gran Lago (Great Sultan of the Great Lake).

Granada has long been a center of commerce, including timber, gold and silver. Granada's economy continues to grow as it is becoming the national tourism hub. Though Granada remains Nicaragua's fourth largest city, it is widely known for preserving some the finest colonial-era architecture in the country.

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Thursday, April 22

OAS Expresses Worry as Nicaragua Unravels

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