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| Bluefields | ||
| Autonomous Region | Región Autónoma del Atlántico Sur | |
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| Residents | 45.547 (2005) | |
| height | 25 m | |
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Bluefields is a city in Nicaragua.
background
Bluefields is the economic and political center of the RAAS (Región Autónoma del Atlántico Sur) and for many tourists the starting point for tours in the direction Laguna de Perlas and on the Corn Islands.
getting there
By plane
There are regular flights to and from Managua as Big Corn Island. Please note the very low baggage allowance. More detailed and current information at:
- La Costeña, Nationals Fligths, International Airport. KM 10.5 Carretera Norte, Managua - Nicaragua. Tel.: 505 2263-2142, 505 2263-2143, 505 2263-2144, Email: [email protected].
By bus
From Managua (Mercado Mayoreo) there is a direct bus connection to El Rama from there you can continue by boat or ship.
Since December 2017 it has also been possible to take a direct bus from Managua / Mercador Ivan Montenegro to Bluefields, daily at 9:00 p.m. It is advisable to book the ticket in advance or to buy it one day on site.
In the street
The road from Managua to El Rama is in excellent condition, but it ends in El Rama. the connection to Bluefields is probably only passable for off-road vehicles. From the end of 2016 partly unpaved gravel road from Rama to Bluefields.
By boat
Of El Rama from there is a daily speedboat service to Bluefields. The first boats leave around 5:30 a.m. and during the day as required. In El Rama, bags are checked both when you leave for Bluefields and when you arrive from there.
mobility
Bluefields is relatively small, but it is relatively steep uphill towards the interior. Taxis are everywhere and, as usual in Nicaragua, can be called with a throwaway gesture. Taxi drivers can almost always speak Spanish and mostly also Creole English. In the inner city there are fixed prices per person. To the airport it will be a bit more expensive.
Tourist Attractions
Churches
The Moravian Church (Church of the Herrenhuter Brethren), which was rebuilt from wood by German missionaries in the 19th century and then made of stone after a hurricane, is worth a visit and offers a magnificent view of Bluefields Bay.
Museums
There is a museum of Caribbean culture and history in Bluefields. Admission including a guided tour is free, but donations are very welcome.
activities
shop
In addition to a rich selection of fish and seafood, Bluefields also offers a wide range of other shopping opportunities. Including NBA jerseys of dubious originality and various baseball devotional items.
kitchen
In general, there are typical Caribbean-Nicaraguan dishes in Bluefields. Seafood is particularly recommended.
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security
The usual safety precautions apply, such as not walking alone through unknown quarters at night or staying away from dubious parts of the city. In large crowds, as everywhere, pickpockets can occur.
Caution is advised at night, especially around the legendary Club Four Brothers. Better to take a taxi straight away to get home.
Walpatara, a waterfall near Barrio San Mateo, used to be a popular excursion destination with the locals, has not been really safe for a long time. Raids are occasionally reported there. At best, you can ask the tourist police whether they will accompany you.
health
In general, protection from mosquitoes must be ensured in the Caribbean region. Insect repellent is available in every pharmacy and should never be used too sparingly. For small and medium-sized medical problems, there is a state hospital in Bluefields, where treatment is free for everyone.
 | These medical notices have been carefully researched, but are made no guarantee. A conversation with the person in charge Family doctor or one travel medicine or tropical medicine advice center is recommended in case of health problems or uncertainties. Also note: Note on health issues |
