Honduras commercial capital and second largest city (pop. 719,000) is both a gateway to Copán and the Bay Islands, and worth a day or so in its own right, as a dynamic and stylish spot, with good dining and nightlife. Highlights include its lively Parque Central (central square), Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle, and museum of anthropology. Though infamous for its gang violence, SPS is quite safe in the areas frequented by visitors.

Read more about this country's highlights in post Honduras' Most Marvelous Places.

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