La Máquina Natural Reserve

The La Máquina Natural Reserve is a nature reserve located in Nicaragua. It is one of the 78 reserves that are under official protection in the country.

A trail leads to a rock cliff showcasing the site’s geological history. On Sundays, cultural events feature performances of El Güegüense, a famous internationally recognized play highlighting indigenous resistance to Spanish colonization.

La Máquina Natural Reserve
TypeNatural Reserves
LocationDiriamba, Carazo
Coordinates11°44′44″N 86°19′34″W / 11.745615°N 86.32612°W / 11.745615; -86.32612
Area158.2 ha
Websitehttps://reservalamakina.com/