City overview
Nicaragua pairs pastel colonial cities, chains of volcanoes, and a laid-back Pacific coast surf town with one of Central America's smallest and warmest Jewish communities. Chabad of Juan Del Sur, founded in 2012 by Rabbi David Atar and Mrs. Chani Atar, is the country's only Jewish institution and anchors all of its kosher infrastructure in the beach town of San Juan del Sur. From its visitor center travelers can register for Shabbat meals, order kosher food to go, and join daily and Shabbat prayers. From San Juan del Sur, Granada's colonial streets, Leon's UNESCO cathedral, and the volcanoes of Masaya, Mombacho and Ometepe are all within a day's reach.
Leon Cathedral
Nicaragua · Free (interior); approximately $3 for rooftop access
The largest cathedral in Central America and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011, famous for its all-white rooftop views across the city.
Time needed
1-1.5 hours
Hours
Monday-Saturday 8:00 AM-12:00 PM and 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Tips
Shoes must be removed to walk on the white rooftop.
Neighborhood
Leon
Activity providers
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