Madriz Department
Madriz (Spanish pronunciation: [maˈðɾis]) is a department in Nicaragua. It covers an area of 1,602 km² and has a population of 133,300 (2005 census). The capital is Somoto.
Madriz Departamento de Madriz | |
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Department | |
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| Country | Nicaragua |
| Capital | Somoto |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,602 km2 (619 sq mi) |
| Population (2005) | |
| • Total | 133,300 |
| • Density | 83/km2 (220/sq mi) |
| ISO 3166-2 | NI-MD |
Madriz was created from Nueva Segovia department in August 1936, and named after President José Madriz.
Municipalities
External links
- Portal del Norte de Nicaragua (in Spanish)
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