Granada is the oldest colonial city, it was founded by Spaniards in 1524. Because Captain Francisco Hernandez de Cordobas founded the city local currency in Nicaragua is called a "Cordoba." In addition to Granada's long and rich history, many of its buildings and properties have been restored making the city a beautiful place. Real Estate, Tourism, Hotel and Restaurant industry is growing as new projects like Los Congos at Laguna de Apoyo are popping up to guarantee Nicaragua is the best place to invest. For information on Los Congos visit www.loscongos.com. For prjects in and around Granada visit www.lagunasa.com.