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Honduras

Honduras
Capital
Tegucigalpa
Population
10.3M
Area
112,492 km²
Language
Spanish

Honduras is a country in Central America, North America. Its capital is Tegucigalpa, with a population of approximately 10.3M and a total area of 112,492 km². The official language is Spanish and the currency is the Honduran Lempira (HNL).

📊 Quick Facts about Honduras

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Population
10.3M
total residents
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Total Area
112,492 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
92/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$31.9B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$3,097
per person
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Currency
Honduran Lempira (HNL)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Spanish
official
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Coastline
820 km
total shore
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Timezone
UTC-6
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1821
established
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Local Time in Tegucigalpa

Honduras covers an area of 112,492 km² with a population density of 92/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $31.9B ($3,097 per capita) and gained independence in 1821. It has a coastline of 820 km.

Did You Know?

Honduras gave the world the term 'Banana Republic' — the United Fruit Company once controlled its economy, politics and infrastructure. The Maya ruins of Copán, with their intricate hieroglyphic staircase, are considered the most sculptural of all Maya sites.

💡 Interesting Facts about Honduras

  1. Honduras gave the world the term Banana Republic.
  2. Copán has the most sculptural Maya ruins — including the Hieroglyphic Stairway.
  3. Roatán Island has world-class diving on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef.
  4. Honduras has the highest murder rate in Central America.

✈️ Travel Information for Honduras

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Best Time to Visit
November–April
Tropical coast, temperate highlands
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Cost of Travel
💚 Low Budget
Budget — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$3–7
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$25–60
per night
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Visa
Visa-free for most Western nationalities
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type A/B, 110V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Honduras on the Map

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📍 Tegucigalpa, Honduras

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🏆 Honduras World Rankings

1st
Maya
Copán — one of the most significant Maya archaeological sites
1st
Bay Islands
Roatán — second largest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere
1st
Bananas
Original Banana Republic — United Fruit Company shaped its history
1st
Macaws
Scarlet macaw — national bird and symbol of Copán

🏛 Must-See Places in Honduras

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Copán Ruins

UNESCO Maya ruins with the Hieroglyphic Stairway — the longest Maya text ever discovered

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Roatán Island

The jewel of the Bay Islands — world-class diving on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef

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Pico Bonito National Park

A spectacular mountain park with cloud forests, waterfalls and rare quetzal birds

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La Tigra National Park

Cloud forest reserve above Tegucigalpa — first national park in Central America

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🗺️ Countries Bordering Honduras

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Guatemala
Guatemala City
🇸🇻
El Salvador
San Salvador
🇳🇮
Nicaragua
Managua

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Honduras

What is the capital of Honduras?

The capital of Honduras is Tegucigalpa.

What language is spoken in Honduras?

The official language(s) of Honduras are Spanish.

What is the population of Honduras?

The population of Honduras is approximately 10.3M.

What currency does Honduras use?

Honduras uses the Honduran Lempira (HNL).

What continent is Honduras in?

Honduras is located in North America, in the Central America region.

What is the GDP of Honduras?

Honduras has a GDP of $31.9B, with a GDP per capita of $3,097.

What is the best time to visit Honduras?

The best time to visit Honduras is November–April. The climate is Tropical coast, temperate highlands.

Do I need a visa for Honduras?

Visa-free for most Western nationalities

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