Matagalpa Department facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Matagalpa
Departamento de Matagalpa
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| Country | Nicaragua | ||
| Capital | Matagalpa | ||
| Area | |||
| • Department | 6,804 km2 (2,627 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(2021 estimate)
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| • Department | 600,057 | ||
| • Density | 88.192/km2 (228.416/sq mi) | ||
| • Urban | 247,508 | ||
| ISO 3166-2 | NI-MT | ||
Matagalpa (pronounced mata-GAL-pa) is a region in central Nicaragua. It is known as a "department," which is like a state or province. This area covers about 6,804 square kilometers.
Around 600,000 people live in Matagalpa, based on a 2021 estimate. The main city, or capital, is also called Matagalpa. About 111,000 people live in the capital city.
Matagalpa is one of the biggest regions in Nicaragua. It has the second-largest population and is the fifth-largest in terms of land area.
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What Matagalpa Produces
Matagalpa is a very important area for Nicaragua's economy. It produces many different things. This makes it a "diversified region."
Main Products
Farmers and businesses in Matagalpa produce a lot of goods. Some of the main products include:
- Coffee: This is one of the most famous products from Matagalpa. The region's climate is perfect for growing coffee beans.
- Cattle and Milk Products: Many farms raise cows for meat and milk. This means they also make cheese and other dairy items.
- Vegetables: A variety of fresh vegetables are grown here.
- Wood: The forests provide wood for different uses.
- Gold: Some areas in Matagalpa have gold mines.
- Flowers: Beautiful flowers are also grown and sold.
Exploring Matagalpa's Nature
Matagalpa is a great place for nature lovers. It has many large forests and rivers. The land itself is very varied, with mountains and valleys.
Ecotourism Opportunities
Because of its beautiful natural areas, Matagalpa is perfect for ecotourism. Ecotourism means traveling to natural places in a way that protects the environment. Visitors can enjoy activities like:
- Hiking through forests
- Exploring rivers
- Bird watching
- Learning about local plants and animals
Cities and Towns in Matagalpa
The department of Matagalpa is made up of several smaller areas called municipalities. Each municipality has its own main city or town.
List of Municipalities
Here are the municipalities that make up the Matagalpa Department:
- Ciudad Darío
- Esquipulas
- Matagalpa
- Matiguas
- Muy Muy
- Rancho Grande
- Río Blanco
- San Dionisio
- San Isidro
- San Ramón
- Sébaco
- Terrabona
- Tuma-La Dalia
See also
In Spanish: Departamento de Matagalpa para niños
