‘An island of mysteries nominated as one of the
new 7 wonders of the world’
Population Approximately 42,000 people
Location Lake Nicaragua Lago Cocibolca
Attractions Volcanoes, flora & fauna, petroglyphs and activities
Location Lake Nicaragua Lago Cocibolca
Attractions Volcanoes, flora & fauna, petroglyphs and activities
Isla de Ometepe is situated in Lake Nicaragua Lago Cocibolca. The Spanish conquerors called this lake the fresh water sea because of its enormous size. The name Ometepe is derived from the Nahuatl words ‘Ome’ which means two and ‘Tepeti’ which means mountain or hill. The size of the island is 276 square kilometers and it is formed out of two giant volcanoes. One still active and one inactive. Ometepe is renowned by international and local tourists for its hospitality, level of security, nature, overwhelming landscapes, the volcanoes, beaches and archeological artifacts. Furthermore, the island is a natural biosphere with many natural reserves and forests where you can find a unique and high biodiversity.
Since its existence the island represents a paradise.
Stories of historians tell that indigenous tribes found the island in search
for a place prophesied by one of their gods. From that day on the island
transformed into a sanctuary, inhabited by various tribes and cultures. Today we
can see proof of this in many petroglyphs, statues and ceramics around the
island.
Nowadays the island is inhabited by the most friendly
people in Nicaragua. The locals live from fishing and agriculture. Over the
last years the tourism has increased on Ometepe and therefore the island offers
various accommodations, food and tours that make it possible for tourists to
visit this little paradise.
