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Archive for August, 2008

 
A few weeks ago, we headed north to Granada for one of the larger Hipicas in the country.  A hipica is a grand parade of horses throughout the town, traditionally honoring a well respected community member and often marking the beginning of a fiesta patronal (saint’s day).  Though the temperatures were well above 90 degrees, [...]

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The Mercado Masaya, just south of Managua, is an artisan market offering everything from hand-painted ceramics to crafted wood-work to murals of the surrounding towns to clothing, shoes, and more.  It is a great stop-off on your way into or out of either Granada or Managua and an excellent place to visit if you are [...]

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