You'll probably feel familiar with Pearl Lagoon's iconic church before you even reach the Caribbean, as it graces Nicaragua's 20 Cordoba banknote. Although a fairly new construction, it is a faithful recreation of the original red-and-white Moravian mission design.
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23.32 MILES
This excellent social project is run by two English-speaking activists, Greta and Yesi, whose small arts center displays painting, handicrafts, clothing…
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Museo Histórico Cultural de la Costa Caribe
23.33 MILES
Learn about the Caribbean region's diverse cultures with a visit to this fascinating museum, which contains an interesting mix of historical items from…
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1.13 MILES
Take the path opposite the church due west along the paved road through the savanna and, after 30 minutes, you will reach the humble Miskito fishing…
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19 MILES
This large island with a long and spectacular beach once hosted the family paradise of a young New Zealand millionaire. However, following a series of…
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22.9 MILES
This reforestation and ecotourism project near Pueblo Nuevo is set in lush gardens surrounded by jungle. There are a number of hiking trails and a lookout…
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17.81 MILES
Pronounced 'Claw Key' by locals, this slender crescent of white sand is covered with soaring coconut palms. It’s also home to an unfinished three-story…
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18.07 MILES
Home to an abandoned hotel, this lovely round island has probably the best swimming in the archipelago, with pure white sand beaches sloping down to deep…
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23.19 MILES
This large concrete church is Bluefield's most iconic building, constructed to the exact specifications of the 1849 wooden original, which was destroyed…
Nearby Caribbean Coast attractions
1.13 MILES
Take the path opposite the church due west along the paved road through the savanna and, after 30 minutes, you will reach the humble Miskito fishing…
2. Reserva Silvestre Greenfields
8.16 MILES
This privately managed, 284-hectare wildlife reserve near the village of Kukra Hill has tracts of both mangroves and jungle, and offers a variety of…
17.81 MILES
Pronounced 'Claw Key' by locals, this slender crescent of white sand is covered with soaring coconut palms. It’s also home to an unfinished three-story…
18.07 MILES
Home to an abandoned hotel, this lovely round island has probably the best swimming in the archipelago, with pure white sand beaches sloping down to deep…
19 MILES
This large island with a long and spectacular beach once hosted the family paradise of a young New Zealand millionaire. However, following a series of…
6. Reserva Natural Kahka Creek
22.9 MILES
This reforestation and ecotourism project near Pueblo Nuevo is set in lush gardens surrounded by jungle. There are a number of hiking trails and a lookout…
23.19 MILES
This large concrete church is Bluefield's most iconic building, constructed to the exact specifications of the 1849 wooden original, which was destroyed…
8. Catholic Church & Clock Tower
23.21 MILES
A modern white-and-green Catholic church that is more or less open to the elements. It also has an impressive matching clock tower.