"Esteli: Gateway to the Northern Mountains" Estelí by kfredson

Estelí Travel Guide: 18 reviews and 22 photos

Esteli may seem at first to be a dusty town, best known for its superb leather boots and the weather-beaten people to go with them. But the city grows on you, all the more so when you realize that it was the fulcrum of the long battle against the Somoza regime, which treated the city in a most brutal way. Many heroes here! The town square is lovely, the people most amiable. But the best part of the city is its connection with the surrounding countryside, so rich in scenery, campesinos and interesting projects. I love this part of Nicaragua!

Intro Written Apr 10, 2005
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Reviews (9)

Women's Ceramic Cooperative Off The Beaten Path (2)

It is a very worthwhile experience to see what a group of women have done to build a life for their families while... more travel advice

A Downed Airplane Brings Back the Somoza Days - Estelí

A Downed Airplane Brings Back the Somoza... Off The Beaten Path (2)

Just a ways out of town you will come across a plane of Somoza's that had been shot down during the revolution. It has... more travel advice

A City of Murals Things to Do (6)

Back in the late '80's there was a great enthusiasm for creating vibrant, colorful murals. You can still find them on a... more travel advice

See the results of Hurricane Mitch - Estelí

See the results of Hurricane Mitch Things to Do (6)

I was fortunate enough to have my Spanish teacher guide me through the dry river bed that runs through Esteli. First she... more travel advice

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MalenaN May 10, 2009 at 3:04 AM Report Abuse

Great tips about Estelí! I have not decided jet if I shall make a stop here or not.
sarabayos Apr 6, 2009 at 12:14 PM Report Abuse

DONT STAY AT THIS PLACE.cost 15 d/night.expensive!asked about the water.BUT NO water whem we tries to shower. They lied that it would be water"later" or tomorrow.but NO water at all!Tried to get discount-they just got angry&rude!