Honduras

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Honduras

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Information on Honduras

• The capital city is Tegucigalpa
• Land area equals 43,278 square miles
• The population is  6,406,052
• Type of  money is lempiras
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More Info on Honduras

• Literacy rate is 73
• The type of government is democratic
  constitutional republic

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History of Honduras

• Honduras was first discovered by Christopher
  Columbus in 1502. In 1524 the Spanish started a
  colony. The Indian inhabitants went to war and
  the Indian chief was known as a hero. The
  currency was named after him.

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Climate of The Country

• The climate of the Honduras in the lowlands is
  hot and humid.
• The Pacific coast has wet summers and dry
  winters.
• The mountains have a pleasant, temperate climate.

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Tourist Info

• River rafting is one of the many things to do in
  Honduras.
• There is also rock climbing and snorkeling in
  the Caribbean Sea.

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Holidays/Traditions and Customs

• Some of the holidays in Honduras are Easter, New
  Years Day, and Christmas
• Some traditions in Honduras are that women are
  highly regarded by men, and mothers are
  considered family leaders

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Other Interesting Facts

• One interesting fact about Honduras is you can go
  rock climbing in Red Tail Canyon.
• Snorkeling is very good in Honduras.
• The currency was named after Indian chief Lempira
  for his bravery.