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In 2007, Managua was declared the first capital city in Central America to be rid of illiteracy after a successful literacy campaign.

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Managua

Nicaragua

Country
Nicaragua
Population
1.0M
Coordinates
12.14, -86.25
297th most populous city in the world

Managua is the capital and largest city of Nicaragua, and one of the largest cities in Central America. Located on the shores of Lake Managua, the city had an estimated population of 1,055,247 as of 2020, and a population of 1,401,687 in its metropolitan area. The city also serves as the seat of Managua Department.

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