Valladolid, Honduras facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Valladolid
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Municipality
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A view of the northern exit to Tambla
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 Valladolid, Honduras
Location in Honduras
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| Country | Honduras |
| Department | Lempira |
| Villages | 12 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 81 km2 (31 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,747 |
| • Density | 46.26/km2 (119.8/sq mi) |
Valladolid is a town and a local government area (called a municipality) in the Lempira region of Honduras. Getting there takes about 2.5 hours by car. You would travel through towns like Santa Rosa de Copán, San Marcos de Ocotepeque, Cololaca, and Tambla to reach Valladolid.
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History of Valladolid
Valladolid was first started in a village called "Los Patios." Back then, it had a different name: "Colopel." Later, the town moved to "Los Naranjos" villages, which is where it stands today. At this time, its name was changed to Valladolid. In 1887, a government count listed Valladolid as a municipality within the Guarita district.
Geography and Climate
The mountains around Valladolid are made of volcanic rocks and soil. You can clearly see this on the sides of the roads. The main town of Valladolid is built on top of a mountain.
The area has many pine forests and some subtropical trees. These trees help provide shade for coffee plants. Because of its high location and the many pine trees, the weather in Valladolid is usually very cool and pleasant.
Where is Valladolid?
Valladolid shares its borders with several other towns and areas:
- To the North: It borders the Tambla municipality.
- To the South: It borders the La Virtud municipality.
- To the East: It borders the San Andrés and Gualcince municipalities.
- To the West: It borders the Guarita and San Juan Guarita municipalities.
The total area of Valladolid is about 74 square kilometers.
What Valladolid Produces
Valladolid is a great place for growing coffee. This is one of the main activities for the people living there. The second most important activity is trade. People sell groceries and different supplies needed for building and farming.
Farmers also raise cattle and grow beans and corn. Most of these crops are used by the local community. The town has electricity and mobile phone services. You can also find a few hardware stores there.
People of Valladolid
- Total Population: In 2013, a count showed that Valladolid had 3,696 people. Estimates for 2015 suggested the population would be around 3,747.
- Villages: The municipality includes 12 different villages.
- Settlements: There are 44 smaller communities or settlements within Valladolid.
Who Lives in Valladolid?
According to the 2013 Honduras census, the people of Valladolid come from different backgrounds:
- About 72.58% were Mestizo (people of mixed European and Indigenous ancestry).
- About 14.29% were Indigenous, with most (14.23%) being from the Lenca group.
- About 12.64% were White.
- A small number, about 0.49%, were Black or Afro-Honduran.
Visiting Valladolid
As you travel towards the main town of Valladolid, the road goes up a long, winding section. This part of the journey offers amazing views of deep valleys and beautiful landscapes. Some of the turns on the road require careful driving.
One special thing about the main town is its streets. They are paved with rocks, and the work is very well done. The many pine forests all around Valladolid make the mountain views even more beautiful. The people in Valladolid are known for being very friendly and welcoming to visitors.
- Local Celebrations: The town celebrates "San Antonio" day every year on June 13.
See also
In Spanish: Valladolid (Honduras) para niños
