Ancient footprints of Acahualinca, Managua

Name: Ancient footprints of Acahualinca
Address: Managua, Nicaragua

#15 among attractions in Managua

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The Ancient footprints of Acahualinca exist in Managua, Nicaragua near the southern shore of Lake Managua. The region was once called "El Cauce". The tracks are fossil Late Holocene human footprints left behind in volcanic ash and mud, which solidified about 2,120±120 years ago, shortly after the group of up to 15 people passed by. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 12°9'36"N, 86°17'40"W

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Ancient footprints of Acahualinca – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Metrocentro, Plaza Inter, Dennis Martínez National Stadium, Old Cathedral of Managua.

3 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
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Baseball field, Recreation center, Arenas and stadiums
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1.6 miE
Enduring church condemned in 1972
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Theater, Concerts and shows
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Museum
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2.1 miSE
Neighbourhood
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Universities and schools
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Universities and schools
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