Granada Department

Granada Department is an administrative division in western Nicaragua comprising four municipalities: Diriá, Diriomo, Granada, and Nandaime. The city of Granada functions as its administrative center.

The region gained its administrative status following Nicaragua's territorial reorganization in the 19th century. It became a central location for agricultural growth and trade development.

The municipalities celebrate traditional festivals where residents prepare and share local dishes like nacatamales and vigorón. These gatherings form important moments in the community's social rhythm.

The municipalities are connected through regional roads offering visitors multiple travel options. A main highway links the area to Managua, making movement within and beyond the region straightforward.

The region includes shoreline sections along Lake Nicaragua and volcanic formations inland. This combination of water and elevated terrain shapes the landscape in unexpected ways.

Location: Nicaragua

Capital city: Granada

GPS coordinates: 11.93035,-85.95359

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:40