Poneloya is a town on the west coast of Nicaragua bordering the Pacific Ocean. It lies within the

León Department León () is a department in Nicaragua. It covers an area of 5,138 km2 and has a population of 423,012 (2021 estimate). The capital is the city of León. Municipalities # El Jicaral # El Sauce # La Paz Centro # Larreynaga # León # Nag ...

and borders

Las Peñitas, Nicaragua Las Peñitas is a fishing village and tourist beach community on the North Western coast of Nicaragua. It lies within the León, Nicaragua municipality and the department of León and is next to Poneloya, Nicaragua. It is becoming a more and mo ...

. Poneloya is about from the city of León. The town is a vacation home area for wealthy Nicaraguans, while local residents are mostly fishermen, caretakers, or those who commute to León for work.. Poneloya offers beaches that stretches for several kilometers with clear blue waters. Popular activities include sunbathing, swimming, and water sports such as

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and fishing. The town itself is small, with colorful houses, local restaurants, and beachfront accommodations. Pmodationss known for its fresh seafood, and dishes such as ceviche and grilled fish. Nearby attractions include the historic city of León, known for its colonial architecture and cultural heritage, as well as the nearby Juan Venado Island Nature Reserve, a protected area rich in mangroves and wildlife.

Etymology

The name Poneloya means “small seeds” in the

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Climate, geography and ecology

Daily temperatures range from 32°C to over 40°C (89°F to over 104°F). During the night, the temperature is reduced to about 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F). Due to its location near the sea, winds and breezes flow through the town, making the climate cooler. Several volcanoes exist near the town, including Cerro Negro,

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, San Cristóbal,

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, and

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. There is a large diversity of fish, crabs, and shrimp in the water, which are harvested by small scale fishing operations.

Transportation

A regular bus service leaves every hour from the Sutiaba market in León.

Tourism

Vacationers from other countries visit the area mostly during the northern hemisphere winter/southern hemisphere summer. Peak travel dates are the Christmas period until the end of January, the school vacation holidays in Nicaragua, and the week of Easter..

References

Populated places in Nicaragua Populated coastal places in Nicaragua León Department {{Nicaragua-geo-stub