By Vicki Barnes
One of the best ways to experience the city of Granada in Nicaragua is to get high.
High, that is, above the city in the bell tower of the Iglesia La Merced.
The view of the cathedral from the bell tower at Iglesia La Merced
The iconic church, just a few blocks from the central park, is a beautiful spot to see at ground level, but when you change your perspective, it becomes an even more amazing trip.
Only about six stories high, the observation platform is high enough in a city where only the churches rise above two stories. From the vantage point near the top of the bell tower, you can see the surrounding volcanoes, the central square and cathedral, Lake Nicaragua and every red tiled roof in the city. (It’s fun to try to guess under which roof you are sleeping that night as they are identical.) Continue reading
