San Marcos de Colón facts for kids
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San Marcos de Colón
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 San Marcos de Colón
Location in Honduras
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| Country |  Honduras |
| Department | Choluteca |
| Municipio (County) | San Marcos de Colón |
| Foundation | 1824 |
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| • Municipality | 578 km2 (223 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 960 m (3,150 ft) |
| Population
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| • Municipality | 32,283 |
| • Density | 36/km2 (90/sq mi) |
| • Urban | 15,972 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 |
San Marcos de Colón is a town and a municipality (like a county) in Honduras. It is part of the Choluteca department. The town is located right on the border with Nicaragua.
In 2023, the town of San Marcos de Colón had about 13,920 people living there. The entire municipality had a projected population of 32,283 people.
The town is found on the Pan-American Highway. This important road connects many countries in the Americas. San Marcos de Colón is close to Somoto, a town just across the border in Nicaragua. It is also about 192 kilometers (119 miles) away from Tegucigalpa, the capital city of Honduras.
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History of San Marcos de Colón
San Marcos de Colón has a long history. It started as a settlement way back in 1795. In 1927, the town officially became a city.
Local Government
The local government is led by a mayor. Since January 25, 2010, the mayor has been Douglas Ordóñez. He works with the vice-mayor, José Jorge Espinal, to manage the municipality.
Climate and Environment
The climate in San Marcos de Colón is often called tropical. However, because of its higher altitude, between 3,500 and 5,000 feet (960 meters) above sea level, it can feel more temperate. This means it's not always super hot like some tropical places.
The area can get quite dusty during the dry season, which usually lasts from January through March. Sadly, a lot of trees have been cut down for farming. This deforestation can affect the local climate and environment.
Sports in San Marcos de Colón
San Marcos de Colón has had its own football (soccer) team. The team was called Atlético Pinares. They used to play in the second-highest football league in Honduras. However, in 2012, the team sold its spot to another club called Comayagua F.C..
Notable People
- Pedro Joaquin Mendoza Caballero (born 1966), a well-known painter.
See also
In Spanish: San Marcos de Colón para niños
