Reasons why we live in Nicaragua: To experience a passion for poetry that runs deep
Locals, expatriates and tourists flooded to Granada this past week for the Fifth International Poetry Festival. According to the BBC the festival brought together 130 poets from 54 countries.
The event was opened by n poet and award-wining author of literary works, Giacondo Belli. Also taking to the stage was iconic poet and priest, Ernesto Cardenal.
Poetry runs deep in Nicaraguan culture and the festival offers a unique opportunity for poets to have their work heard by an international audience.
