Zapatera
Shield volcano in southern Nicaragua
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Zapatera is a shield volcano located in the southern part of Nicaragua. It forms the island of Isla Zapatera in the Lake Nicaragua. Isla Zapatera constitutes one of 78 protected areas of Nicaragua.
LocationGranada Department, Nicaragua
| Zapatera | |
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 629 m (2,064 ft)[1] |
| Coordinates | 11°44′N 85°49′W[1] |
| Geography | |
  Zapatera Location in Nicaragua | |
| Location | Granada Department, Nicaragua |
| Geology | |
| Mountain type | Shield volcano |
| Volcanic arc | Central America Volcanic Arc |
| Last eruption | Unknown |
As of 1850, Zapatera was described "uninhabited" by British writer John Baily.[2] The archaeological site of Zapatera is located on the island.
