. >> welcome to joseph rosendo's "travelscope," where you join us as we accept the world's invitationisit. >> today on "travelscope," i head to central america to explore the colonial glory, discover the natural grandeur, and celebrate the cultural richness of nicaragua. >> joseph rosendo's "travelscope" is made possible by... san antonio, texas, where you'll find art, culture, romance authentic tex-mex, 50-plus golf courses and hundreds of attractions. san antonio, deep in the heart. and no-jet-lag jet lag prevention. >> the largest country in central america, nicaragua's strategic location bridging the caribbean and the pacific and its natural beauty of towering volcanoes, untouched rain forests and tropical jungles has captured the interest of conquerors, profiteers and adventurers since its colonization by the spanish in 1524. my adventure begins on the shores of lake nicaragua in the city of granada, an historic colonial town where people enjoy a relaxed way of life. my first stop is the 1892 mercado municipal in el centro historico, the historic center, where the people shop and