Corinto, Nicaragua

Corinto is a town, with a population of 18,602 (2022 estimate), on the northwest Pacific coast of Nicaragua in the province of Chinandega. The municipality was founded in 1863.

Corinto
Municipality and town
Corinto, Nicaragua
Corinto
Location in Nicaragua
Coordinates: 12°29′N 87°11′W
Country Nicaragua
DepartmentDepartment of Chinandega
Founded1858
Area
  Municipality and town27.3 sq mi (70.7 km2)
Population
 (2022 estimate)
  Municipality and town18,602
  Density680/sq mi (260/km2)
  Urban
18,602
Time zoneUTC-6 (Central Time)
Isla El Cardon Lighthouse
Coordinates12°28′32.8″N 87°11′25.6″W
Constructed1876
Foundationconcrete base
Constructionconcrete tower
Height13 metres (43 ft)
Shapecylindrical tower with balcony and light atop a 1-storey hexagonal prism basement
Markingswhite tower
Power sourcesolar power 
OperatorAquatic Transport Directorate
Focal height27 metres (89 ft)
Range10 nautical miles (19 km; 12 mi)
CharacteristicL Fl W 10s.
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