Nicarao

Nicarao was a prominent indigenous leader of the Nahua people in Central America during the early 16th century. He was the chief of the Nicaraguan city of Nicarao, near Lake Nicaragua, at a time when indigenous societies faced Spanish exploration and conquest. Nicarao is known for his interactions with Spanish explorers, including Cortés, and for his role in the region's history during the tumultuous period of contact and colonization. His name is also associated with the Nicaraguan capital, Managua, as the city was formerly called "Nicarao," reflecting his influence and legacy in the area.