Granada, located 46 kilometres south of Managua, sits on the shores of the magnificent Lake Nicaragua in the shadow of the imposing Mombacho volcano. Dating back to 1524, it is considered the longest continually-inhabited city on mainland Central America. Today, Granada is the most visited city in Nicaragua; and a key place to stay on any trip to the country; drawing locals and travellers alike with its wonderful colonial and neo-classical architecture, colourful cobbled streets and laid-back, easygoing atmosphere. Either strolling the streets or relaxing in the main square this is a wonderful place to watch the locals throng around food stalls, discussing politics and work with ever-present soothing traditional music playing in the background; or you can take a historical ride in a horse drawn carriage around the city.