Archipiélago de Solentiname
Nicaragua, Río San Juan
Archipiélago de Solentiname
LocationNicaragua, Río San Juan
RegionRío San Juan
TypeNational Monument
Coordinates11.1167°, -84.9000°
Established1991
Area179.5
Nearest CitySan Carlos (30 km)
About Archipiélago de Solentiname
An archipelago at the southern end of Lake Nicaragua comprising four main islands — Macarrón, Macarroncito, San Fernando, and La Venada. The monument hosts Nicaragua's largest alligator population, 111 bird species, and is culturally significant as the birthplace of a primitivist art movement inspired by Ernesto Cardenal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Archipiélago de Solentiname located?
Archipiélago de Solentiname is located in Río San Juan, Nicaragua at coordinates 11.1167, -84.9.
How do I get to Archipiélago de Solentiname?
To get to Archipiélago de Solentiname, the nearest city is San Carlos (30 km).
How large is Archipiélago de Solentiname?
Archipiélago de Solentiname covers approximately 179.5 square kilometers (69 square miles).
When was Archipiélago de Solentiname established?
Archipiélago de Solentiname was established in 1991.