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Tegucigalpa is Honduras' largest and most populous city as well as the nation's political and administrative center. Tegucigalpa is host to 25 foreign embassies and 16 consulates. [23] [24] It is the home base of several state-owned entities such as ENEE and Hondutel, the national energy and telecommunications companies, respectively. [25]
Tegucigalpa, founded in 1578 on the slopes of Mount Picacho as a gold- and silver-mining centre, alternated with Comayagua, 35 miles (56 km) to the northwest, as capital from 1824 to 1880, when Tegucigalpa was made the permanent capital of the republic.
Tegucigalpa (del náhuatl: Tekohtsinkalpan ‘En la casa del gran señor’), oficialmente Tegucigalpa, Municipio del Distrito Central y abreviado como Tegucigalpa, M. D. C., [nota 1] es la capital y sede de gobierno de la República de Honduras, junto a su ciudad gemela Comayagüela, según los artículos 8 y 295 de la actual Constitución de ...
Tegucigalpa. Honduras, Central America. Ringed by forested hills in a highland valley, sprawling Tegucigalpa enjoys a relatively fresh, mild climate and a spectacular setting. It's a bustling and dynamic place, but one that many travelers minimize their time in or skip over entirely.
Sep 25, 2019 · In the concrete jungle of Tegucigalpa, this expansive national park is a tropical paradise, filled with native wildlife. Established back in 1980, this was the first national park to open in Honduras, covering an area of 238.21 square kilometers.
Sep 6, 2023 · Welcome to Tegucigalpa, the vibrant capital city of Honduras. Nestled among picturesque mountains and steeped in rich history and culture, this bustling metropolis offers a captivating mix of old-world charm and modern amenities.
Tegucigalpa is the capital city of Honduras. Set in a central valley surrounded by mountains, it’s known for its well-preserved Spanish colonial architecture. 1 Parque La Leona. An old neighbourhood in the center of Tegus, overlooking the central park.
Tegucigalpa. This monument to Latin America's great liberator straddles a busy junction in Tegucigalpa's well-to-do Colonia Palmira area. Discover the best attractions in Tegucigalpa including Museo para la Identidad Nacional, Parque Naciones Unidas El Picacho, and Plaza Morazán.
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