Matagalpa is located in the northern region of Nicaragua at an elevation of 2,300 ft above sea-level. It is surrounded on all sides by lush, green mountains. Because of its elevation, it has been nicknamed the “Land of Eternal Spring” by the locals. The year-round average temperature hovers around 80 degrees – a full 10 degrees cooler than the other main cities in Nicaragua to the south.
Although not as large as many of the bigger cities in Nicaragua, Matagalpa has the second most active economy next to the capital Managua. This is in part because of its main exports of coffee and beef. Its location in the mountains near many nature preserves and cloud forests has also contributed to a thriving economy that has grown out of eco-tourism. Because of its size location and community, Matagalpa has become the perfect home to Vaya Volunteers and its guests.
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