Voice of Nicaragua: Solar In California Sheds Light In Nicaragua

Saturday, December 17

Solar In California Sheds Light In Nicaragua

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The Solar Lighting Program aims to provide affordable solar lighting and solar cell phone chargers to families in rural Nicaragua. According to the program's Web page, “solar lights significantly decrease household spending on burnable energy sources. ... 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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Saturday, December 17

Solar In California Sheds Light In Nicaragua

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