Embassy of the United States, Managua Embassy of the United States, Managua The mission of the United States Embassy is to advance the interests of the United States, and to serve and protect U.S. citizens in Nicaragua. The U.S. Embassy in Nicaragua is located at Kilometer 5 1/2 (5.5) Carretera Sur, in Managua, Nicaragua. Travelling in Nicaragua it is advised that all americans visiting or living in Nicaragua are encouraged to sign up with the U.S. Embassy through the State Department’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) website, this ensures that U.S citizens receive updated information on travel and security within Nicaragua. Nicaragua is the safest listed
Managua Foreign embassies in Managua also sponsor film festivals. Since the late 1990s and early 2000, many casinos and karaoke bars opened and have remained popular attractions for Nicaraguans and foreign visitors. Popular music includes the Palo de Mayo, Merengue, Cumbia and Latin pop among other Latin music genres, as well as American pop and rock. Salsa dancing is a national pastime. Managua boasts a vibrant night life. Nightclubs and bars are abound in Managua, particularly, in the popular areas called "Zona Viva" located in the shopping mall "Galerías Santo Domingo", as well as very close by "Plaza Mi Viejo Santo