Pearl Lagoon

Nicaragua - Pearl Lagoon and Orinoco

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June 1st 2010
I took a Panga (speed boat) to Peal Lagoon, a town on the lagoon of the same name further North up the coast. Again, it has a mix of mainly Afro-Caribbean and Mestizo inhabitants. It has a much more laid back feel than Bluefields, the people are very friendly and relaxed, and greet us with "alright" in a strong Caribbean accent. English is the main language. I met Francis, a Swiss lady, and he ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Nicaragua » Caribbean Nicaragua » Bluefields

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The Pacific Coast of Nicaragua was settled as a Spanish colony from Panama in the early 16th century. Independence from Spain was declared in 1821 and the country became an independent republic in 1838. Britain occupied the Caribbean Coast in the fir... ... read more