Nicaraguan traditions blend indigenous, colonial, and modern influences. La Gritería, honoring the Immaculate Conception, features nationwide shouting and fireworks. The Masaya Carnival showcases vibrant masks and the dance of the Macho Ratón. Palo de Mayo, celebrated on the Caribbean coast, is a vibrant fertility festival with African roots. Baseball is a national passion, often played informally in streets. The San Sebastián festival in Diriamba features traditional dances like El Toro Huaco. Poetry has a special place in Nicaraguan culture, with festivals and public recitals common.
Traditions in Nicaragua
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