El Progreso facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
El Progreso
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Municipality
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| Motto(s):
'The Pearl of Ulua'
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 El Progreso
Location in Honduras
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| Country | Honduras | ||
| Department | Yoro | ||
| Foundation | 1892 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Municipality | 534 km2 (206 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(2023 projection)
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| • Municipality | 204,420 | ||
| • Density | 382.8/km2 (991.5/sq mi) | ||
| • Urban | 150,476 | ||
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central America) | ||
| Climate | Am | ||
El Progreso is a lively city in Honduras. It is located in the Yoro department. About 204,420 people live here (as of 2023).
The city is often called "the bicycle city" because many people use bikes to get around. It's a fast and affordable way to travel.
El Progreso is a very important crossroads. Many travelers pass through it. People going to places like San Pedro Sula, Tela, La Ceiba, La Lima, and Tegucigalpa often stop here. It's a great place to connect to other cities or just take a break.
The city's total area is 534 square kilometers. About 40.5 square kilometers are city areas, and 493.5 square kilometers are rural. El Progreso has a humid climate.
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People and Culture
In 2013, the population of El Progreso was 188,366 people. Most of the people (about 81%) are Mestizo. This means they have mixed European and Indigenous backgrounds.
About 16% of the people are White. Around 1.5% are Indigenous, including Chʼortiʼ and Lenca groups. About 1% are Black or Afro-Honduran.
Economy and Jobs
El Progreso has very rich land, so farming is a big part of its history. The farms around the city grow many things. These include palm oil, bananas, and different kinds of vegetables.
Besides farming, people in El Progreso also raise cattle. They also work in making and selling clothes and fabrics.
Because El Progreso is a busy travel spot, you can find many fast-food restaurants here. They serve the many travelers who pass through. The Copprome Orphanage is also located in this city.
A large, modern shopping mall called Megaplaza opened in 2007. It has a big food court with many Honduran and American fast-food places. You can also find cell phone stores, an arcade, and department stores like Carrion. Carrion is the largest department store in Central America. Megaplaza also has a movie theater where you can watch films.
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Nature and Geography
Mico Quemado Mountains
The Mico Quemado mountain range is a major natural attraction. It is located to the east of El Progreso. These mountains face the large Valley of Sula.
More than 280 square kilometers of these mountains are protected by the Honduran government. This area is special because it has many unique plants and animals. The mountains are also important for the city's water supply.
Ulúa River
The Ulúa River is one of the longest and most important rivers in Honduras. It starts in the Intibucá department. There, it is known as the Rio Grande de Otoro.
The river flows through several departments, including Santa Bárbara, Cortés, Yoro, and Atlántida. Many other rivers and streams join it, such as the Higuito River and the Comayagua River. The Ulúa River is about 400 kilometers long.
Because of its size, the Ulúa River can be powerful. During heavy rains or storms, it can overflow. This can cause flooding in the areas it passes through. For example, in 1998, Hurricane Mitch brought a lot of rain. This caused the Ulúa River to flood its banks.
See also
In Spanish: El Progreso (Honduras) para niños
