The department of Carazo was created in 1891, and on its volcanic plateaus agriculture and livestock farming predominate. Citrus and coffee cultivation are important.

It is located 30 km from Managua, and to the southwest are the so-called Meseta Towns: Jinotepe and Diriamba, also known as the «Twin Cities», which enjoy an excellent climate; they are coffee-growing centers and share the same religious and folkloric festivities, which are very famous. If you have not witnessed the "Baile del toro guaco", the festivities in honor of San Sebastian and Santiago, and the dance of «The Güegüense», you can do it here.

Very close to Carazo is Masatepe, where you can enjoy the delicious tripe soup. You will also find a wide range of wicker products. The Pineapple and Mandarin Fair is also held here in November. If you like sweets, you will find them in quantity and quality in this city: coconut, milk, zapoyol, peanut...

The municipality covers an area of ​​1,100 km², with a population of 1,200,000 inhabitants.

Dance

Places of interest

Historical: The three cities: Diriamba, Jinotepe and San Marcos. Their respective patron saint festivals (San Sebastián, Santiago and San Marcos).

Scenic:

  • The beaches of La Boquita, Huehuete and Tupilapa.
  • The Escalante-Chacocente Wildlife Refuge, near El Astillero Bay. Sea turtles spawn there on the beaches of Carazo
  • Tower and dome of San Sebastian
  • On its dome stands an image of Saint Sebastian, the city's patron saint, whose feast day is celebrated in January.

Parish church of Jinotepe

Jinotepe Church

Jinotepe Church

Located in front of the central plaza or park, it is an elegant building with its façade and two tall towers, dedicated to the apostle Santiago, patron saint of the city.

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