El Castillo

El Castillo, a small one-thousand-person town in southern Nicaragua, is located on the Ro San Juan's southern bank. The municipality of El Castillo, a component of the Ro San Juan Department, is made up of 27 comarcas. A few locations to visit in El Castillo are listed below. Continue reading to find out more. The Fortress of San Juan del Sur is the town's name. The settlement was built on a river and served as a base for soldiers fighting the Spanish and Portuguese. Steamships had to unload and reload at the local ferry station during the days of the Trans-America Steam Route. The city now has a library, which is a wonderful location to read.

If you enjoy hiking, the city is an excellent starting point for exploring the adjacent volcanoes. Cerro Mogoton is Nicaragua's tallest and wettest peak. In the town, there is a butterfly refuge and horseback riding. Natural private reserves are also located just beyond the city limits. El Castillo is an excellent place to visit if you want to experience Nicaragua's stunning landscape.

There is no better area to visit if you want to see the untouched jungle. This biosphere reserve, just six kilometers outside town, is home to a variety of birds and animals. Hike up to the Bartola Natural Reserve if you are looking for something more active. A traditional motel is also available in the town, which is ideal for a family vacation. You will appreciate the town's natural splendor if you are a nature lover.

Location: El Castillo, the southern bank of the Río San Juan, Nicaragua
Best time to visit: January and February