Sambo Creek facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sambo Creek
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Sambo Creek - coast with residential houses (2005)
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 Sambo Creek
Location in Honduras
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| Country |  Honduras |
| Department | Atlántida |
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(2013 census)
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| • Total | 3,436 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central America) |
Sambo Creek is a lively village on the northern coast of Honduras. It's about 15 kilometers (9 miles) east of a city called La Ceiba, right by the beautiful Caribbean Sea. This village is special because it's home to many Garífuna families, who have a rich and unique culture.
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Garífuna Culture in Sambo Creek
Sambo Creek is one of the most important places for Garífuna culture in Honduras. It's like a center where their traditions are kept alive and strong. The Garífuna people have a unique history and heritage. They are descendants of African people and indigenous Arawak and Carib people.
Festivals and Dances
Every year in June, Sambo Creek hosts a special fair. This event celebrates Garífuna culture with music, food, and traditional activities. One of the most famous dances still practiced here is the punta. The punta is a lively dance with drumming and singing. It's a big part of Garífuna celebrations and helps keep their culture vibrant.
Who Lives in Sambo Creek?
Most people in Sambo Creek are Garífuna. About 65% of the people living there are Garífuna. The other 35% are Mestizo people. Mestizo means they have a mix of European and indigenous (native) heritage. This mix of cultures makes Sambo Creek a diverse and interesting place.
Famous People from Sambo Creek
Sambo Creek is proud to be the home of some well-known people.
- Rolando Palacios is a fast runner who has competed in the Olympic Games. He is an Olympic Sprinter from Honduras.
- Milton Núñez is a talented footballer, which means he plays soccer. He is a famous player from Honduras.
See also
In Spanish: Sambo Creek para niños
