Diriamba (Capital City)
There are 65,243 people living in Diriamba, a city and municipality in Nicaragua's Carazo department (2022 estimate). It is situated 41 kilometers south of Nicaragua's capital, Managua.
532 meters above sea level
348,9 km²
Geography
The city enjoys consistently pleasant weather due to its elevation (just over 500 meters above sea level) and the topography of the cordillera it is situated on, despite the fact that January through March is infamously windy.
Climate
The climate in Managua, with the exception of the Sierras, is tropical, with consistent temperatures ranging from 28 to 32 °C (82 to 90 °F). The city is classified as having a tropical wet and dry climate by Köppen. While the majority of the rainfall occurs between May and October, there is a noticeable dry season from November to April. In March and April, when the sun is directly overhead and summer precipitation has not yet started, temperatures are at their maximum.
Description
The biggest city in Carazo is Diriamba. In this urban area's primary park, the Basilica of Saint Sebastian, which houses a number of historic items, stands out. In addition to the recognizable clock tower, which is well-known for serving as a point of reference for everyone in the town, its streets display to tourists the charming exteriors of the homes and structures.
The Dry Forest Ecological Museum is a fascinating place to visit. Visitors can learn a great deal about the local wildlife and plants here. Another location is the municipal football stadium, which serves as the home field of the "Caciques de Diriangén" football team, which has won the national league several times. The House of Culture also hosts a lot of art workshops and events.
Important Nicaraguan folklore manifestations can also be found in Diriamba. The ideal time to see them is during the city's religious celebrations, which are held in honor of Saint Sebastian from January 17 to 27. The most popular dates are the 19th and 20th, when guests can witness the famous comedy-dance El Güegüense, Las Inditas, El Gigante, El Toro Huaco, and El Viejo y la Vieja, among other traditional dances. In 2000, UNESCO designated the final one as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
There are 60 communities in the municipality's expansive rural area. There are numerous farms, coffee plantations, and places for visitors to take in the scenery. These include the 'Salto de la Culebra', which has several ponds and waterfalls, and the La Maquina Ecotourism Center. Diriamba is also home to La Boquita and Casares. A route that departs from the city center (30 kilometers) makes it very easy for tourists to get to both locations. There are several eateries, pubs, and hotels on the first one, which has a sandy beach with limestone formations. Adjacent to it is Casares, which features a number of private summer homes in front of the coast as well as rock zones. Additionally, you can purchase fresh goods from local fishermen.
It is quite simple to reach here by private or public transportation because the Panamerican highway crosses through the Diriamba urban region. The distance between the city and Managua is 42 kilometers. You will arrive in Diriamba in about 30 minutes if you take the Carretera Sur. The Israel Lewitez market and the UCA bus terminal have regular and daily buses.
Jinotepe and a few other cities in the Masaya district are also connected to Diriamba. To go to the municipality's beaches and other rural attractions, you can also utilize buses, taxis, or "moto-taxis."
The economy
In the past, Diriamba was home to mulberry plantations. In 1850, British author John Baily said that the plantations were poorly managed and that if they were given more attention, they could produce large quantities of silk.
Attractions
La Basilica de San Sebastian is one of the three main churches in Diriamba; the foundation stone was placed in 1891, but the basilica wasn't officially opened until 1939. The clock tower and the location of the El Aguacate hydroelectric plant, which is now just a waterfall, are two more significant sites.
Other attractions include:
Salto de la Culebra waterfall
Casares Beach
Centro Turistico La Maquina
La Boquita Beach
Ecologic Museum Dry Tropical
Sports
The city is home to Nicaragua's most successful football club, Diriangén. They play at the Estadio Cacique Diriangén, located northwest of the city center.
Famous locales and inhabitants
The 2023 Miss Universe, Sheynnis Palacios, grew up in Diriamba.
Department: Carazo Department
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