Granada

Granada is the most touristy of all Nicaraguan cities. This does not mean that it is incredibly touristy because Nicaragua is a very small tourist destination, although it is considerably safer than both Honduras and Costa Rica.

Nicaragua has tried to expand the tourist industry and tried to encourage foreigners to buy houses and lands in the country. Due to the political stability, it is however much safer to invest in the nearby Costa Rica and therefore Nicaragua has yet seen little success outside the colonial Granada.

Nicaragua is a fairly cheap country but Granada suffers from overprising and is crowded with upscale eateries, which does not cater for the local population with limited economic funds. Backpackers may enjoy Granada's spirit and atmosphere for a couple of days but may choose to look for other places if the main objective is to live on a tight budget.

Overall, Granada is pleasant, quiet, safe, beautiful and tranquil.