Central American University, Managua

Name: Central American University
Address: Managua, Nicaragua

#16 among attractions in Managua

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Central American University – Managua is a university located in Managua, Nicaragua. It was founded in July 1960 by the Society of Jesus on land donated by the Somoza Family and was the first private university in Central America. It numbers among its alumni Daniel Ortega who did not graduate, Daisy Zamora, and Ernesto Leal. ()

Local name: Universidad Centroamericana Coordinates: 12°7'32"N, 86°16'13"W

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Central American University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Metrocentro, Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Tiscapa Lagoon Natural Reserve, National Autonomous University of Nicaragua.

0.4 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Metrocentro, Managua
11 min walk • Metrocentro stands as a beacon of modern consumer culture in the vibrant city of Managua, Nicaragua. As one of the largest shopping centers in the country, it offers a diverse range of retail experiences, dining options, and entertainment activities, catering to both...
0.6 miNE
Church
Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Managua
15 min walk • The Metropolitan Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception of Mary, referred to as the New Cathedral, is located in Managua, Nicaragua. It was dedicated to the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary.
1 miN
Neighbourhood
Tiscapa Lagoon Natural Reserve, Managua
25 min walk • Tiscapa Lagoon is a lagoon of volcanic origin that formed over 10,000 years ago. It is located in the capital city of Managua in Nicaragua, and covers an area of 0.13 km². Tiscapa Lagoon was protected as a natural reserve on October 31, 1991.
1.2 miS
Universities and schools
National Autonomous University of Nicaragua, Managua
32 min walk • The National Autonomous University of Nicaragua is the main state-funded public university of Nicaragua. Its main campus is located in Managua. The original campus, UNAN-Leon, is located in León and is now secondary, mainly used for medicine majors.
1.5 miSE
Universities and schools
American University, Managua
38 min walk • The American University is a private university located in Managua, Nicaragua. It was founded in 1992 and offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in a variety of professional fields including law, medicine, business, and engineering.
1.1 miS
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Nicaragua National Football Stadium, Managua
30 min walk • The Nicaragua National Football Stadium in Managua, Nicaragua, is home to the Nicaragua national football team. The official ribbon-cutting ceremony, attended by FIFA president Sepp Blatter, occurred on April 14, 2011.
0.8 miS
12°6'50"N • 86°16'18"W
101 Plaza, Managua
21 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre, Music festival
1.1 miNW
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Estadio Olímpico del IND Managua, Managua
28 min walk • Estadio Olímpico del IND Managua is a multi-use stadium in Managua, Nicaragua. It is currently used mostly for football matches, on club level by América Managua, Deportivo Walter Ferretti, Managua F.C. of the Primera División de Nicaragua. The stadium has a capacity of 8,000 spectators.