Honduras

About Honduras

Capital

Tegucigalpa

Continent

Independence Date

15 September 1821

Official Language	Spanish
Second Language	English (Bay Islands)
Population	~10.8 million
Passport Color	Red
Passport Rank	#38
Dialing Code	504
Country TLD	.hn

Honduras Overview

Honduras, officially the Republic of Honduras (Spanish: República de Honduras), is a Central American nation bordered by Guatemala to the west, El Salvador to the southwest, and Nicaragua to the southeast. It has coastlines on both the Caribbean Sea to the north and the Pacific Ocean (Gulf of Fonseca) to the south. The capital city is Tegucigalpa.

Honduras is known for its Mayan ruins, tropical rainforests, and Caribbean beaches. The country’s most famous archaeological site, Copán, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that showcases the legacy of the ancient Maya civilization. Its economy is based on agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism, with major exports including coffee, bananas, and textiles.

Spanish is the official language, and the Honduran Lempira (HNL) is the national currency. Honduras offers rich biodiversity, vibrant Garifuna culture, and popular destinations such as the Bay Islands, a diving and eco-tourism paradise in the Caribbean.

Quick Facts About Honduras

Coordinates	15.2° N, 86.3° W
Bordering Countries	Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Caribbean Sea, Pacific Ocean
Region / Continent	North America (Central America)
Total Area	~112,492 sq km
Population Density	~90 people per sq km
Highest Point	Cerro Las Minas – 2,870 m
Major Rivers	Ulúa, Patuca, Choluteca, Aguán
Climate Type	Tropical in lowlands, temperate in highlands
Famous For	Copán ruins, Bay Islands, coffee, coral reefs
Major Landmarks	Copán, Roatán, Pico Bonito National Park, Cayos Cochinos
Official Language	Spanish
Currency	Honduran Lempira (HNL)
Government Type	Presidential Republic
Time Zone	UTC−6
Major Exports	Coffee, bananas, shrimp, textiles, palm oil
Visitor Entry	Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities