San Juan de Opoa facts for kids
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San Juan de Opoa
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 San Juan de Opoa
Location in Honduras
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| Country | Honduras |
| Department | Copán |
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| • Total | 77 km2 (30 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 9,709 |
| • Density | 126.1/km2 (326.6/sq mi) |
San Juan de Opoa is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the country of Honduras. It is part of the Copán department, which is like a state or province. This town is known for its long history.
About San Juan de Opoa
San Juan de Opoa is found in the western part of Honduras. It is one of the many local areas that make up the Copán department. A municipality is a local government area, similar to a county or a city.
History of San Juan de Opoa
San Juan de Opoa has a very old history. It was one of the very first villages that the Spanish people founded in the year 1526. This means it has been around for almost 500 years! It played a part in the early days of Spanish rule in Honduras.
Geography and Location
San Juan de Opoa covers an area of about 77 square kilometers. This is roughly the size of a medium-sized city. In 2015, about 9,709 people lived there. The town is located at coordinates 14°47′N 88°42′W / 14.783°N 88.700°W. Its location in the Copán department places it in a region with diverse landscapes.
See also
In Spanish: San Juan de Opoa para niños
