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 The
city of Bluefields was founded in 1602; today it is
known as the oldest coastal city in Nicaragua.
Bluefields Nicaragua has a rather interesting
history: it was once a hiding spot for pirates.
Today, Bluefields, with a population of around 30,000
people, is still one of the most important port towns in
Nicaragua. Activities on a Bluefields vacation can range
from learning about the Creole culture to feasting on
Nicaragua cuisine such as fresh seafood and coconut
desserts at the Palo de Mayo festival.
The residents of Bluefields Nicaragua are a relaxed crowd who
are known for enjoying and celebrating life. As a result of this
open attitude, the main Bluefields attraction is the Palo de
Mayo festival, which celebrates the arrival of spring time
and dates back to the 19th century. This cultural festival
starts at the beginning of May and lasts for the entire month.
Residents in elaborate costumes perform cultural dances using
colorful ribbons. The locals of Bluefields Nicaragua also enjoy
dancing and drinking into the wee hours. Experiencing the
nightlife at the Palo de Mayo festival is a quick guarantee
to cast your worries aside--a perfect way to begin your
Bluefields vacation. Other
things to do on a Bluefields vacation include taking a trip
to the area of Pearl Cays and the Blue Lagoon. Boats depart
every morning and arrive at the Pearl Cays in about one hour.
You’ll experience some
Nicaragua jungle trekking where you can visit indigenous
villages. Also of note are the interesting historical churches
in Bluefields Nicaragua, including the Roman Catholic Church and
the Moravian Church. In addition to marveling at the churches’
history and architecture, you can talk to the people worshipping
and congregating there.
Once you’ve found your favorite Bluefields attraction,
move on to the Miskito villages, home of the indigenous
people of Central America. Most of the people there
still speak the native Miskito language. These villages
extend all along what is known as the
Mosquito Coast, which is the western coast of
Nicaragua.
The city of Bluefields is geographically remote from the main
cities in Nicaragua (such as
Managua and
Leon), so getting there can be a challenge. You can get
there by taking a flight from Managua. Or, for a longer journey,
take a boat going from Managua to El Rama; once you’ve reached
El Rama, take another two-hour boat ride to Bluefields. Most
people usually fly from Managua. Of course, the mode of
transportation you decide on will depend on your budget and your
style of traveling. In Bluefields, you’ll need to get around
using public transportation or on foot. Even though much of
Nicaragua cools down considerably during its rainy season,
travelers should be aware that Bluefields, Nicaragua usually
stays in the high 80s most of the year. It can be quite humid,
so keep these
weather differences in mind when planning your Bluefields
trip. With all of the fun things to do in the town, most
visitors find that the hot weather isn’t enough to keep them
away from enjoying a Bluefields attraction or two.
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