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Nicaragua

Nicaragua is a presidential republic, located in Central America. Christianity is the predominant religion. Its capital is Managua. About 7 million people live there (2025).

Capital
Managua
Population
7,007,502 (2025)
Region
Americas (Central America)
Area
130,373 km²
Demonym
Nicaraguan
Languages
Spanish
Form of Government
Presidential republic
Religion
Christianity (84.6%)
Non-religious (14.1%)
Currency
Nicaraguan córdoba (NIO)
GDP
$22.2B (2025)

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