| Affectionately known as the city of “silver hills", Tegucigalpa is the capital and largest city of Honduras. Founded by Spanish colonists in 1578, Tegucigalpa today is a thriving cultural center, with good museums, restaurants, and places to shop. Located in a bowl-shaped amidst beautiful pine-forested mountains, Tegucigalpa is a city with a colonial center and sprawling residential neighborhoods. The city is surrounded by national parks teeming with exotic flora and fauna. Visitors to the city will have a great time exploring its winding, steep streets lined with colorful, hillside houses.
The heart of the city is the Plaza Morazán; an ideal starting point for exploring the best of what Tegucigalpa has to offer. The square is always crowded and is also a favorite meeting point amidst the city’s residents. Near the Plaza Morazán is the magnificent Cathedral San Miguel, one of the most beautiful churches in the capital. Other interesting sites include the Museo del Hombre and the Galería Nacional de Arte. Shoppers to Tegucigalpa shouldn't miss visiting Valle de Angeles, just east of the city. This is the best place to buy handcrafts and famous woodwork. With so much to see and do, you’ll have a great time visiting Tegucigalpa! |
