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Santa Lucia
Santa Lucia
Santa Lucia is a beautiful 500-year-old village of steep and winding cobblestone streets, rural edifices, white-washed adobe homes with red tile roofs and an overlook plaza perched on the hillside with spectacular views of pine-covered mountains and the capital, Tegucigalpa, in the distance.
Surrounded by hills of pine forest, Santa Lucia was an important mining town during Colonial times, the legacy of which is apparent in the architecture. Proof of the town’s importance is the 1574 crucifix of Christ that the king of Spain ordered built specifically for the local church and which can still be seen today. About half a mile uphill from the church is a vineyard with great views of the mountains, valley and capital in the background. Ask the caretakers for a tour.
At 5,000 feet (1,524 m), the cool climate and rural ambience has attracted the upper classes and the small town has become a wealthy suburb of Tegucigalpa, a favorite outing for city folks on the weekend. The cooler weather also encourages flower growers and a plentitude of exotic flowers can be seen throughout the town, or for sale in Tegucigalpa. Pottery- making is another forte of this village and you can buy a beautiful handmade keepsake along the road or in one of town’s shops. About a mile from the junction is the Santa Lucia Serpentarium, a private collection of snakes native to Honduras. Here you will find some of the most venomous snakes in the country, as well as non-poisonous specimens. The Serpentarium is open daily from 9 amto 4 pm. Admission is free, but there is a donation box, which helps provide funds for the maintenance of the site.
Last updated May 29, 2011
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