Granada is a city in western Nicaragua and the capital of the Granada Department. With an estimated population of 105,862 as of 2022, it is Nicaragua's ninth most populous city. The city holds historical significance as one of Nicaragua's most important urban centers from both economic and political perspectives.
Granada is distinguished by its rich colonial heritage, which is evident in its architecture and urban layout. This colonial character reflects its importance during earlier periods of Nicaraguan history and remains a defining feature of the city's landscape and cultural identity.