Framed by dramatic peaks, San Pedro Sula offers theaters, shopping, and a vibrant sports scene. Banana exports once fueled the economy of San Pedro Sula but now foreign-owned factories known as maquiladoras spur on the area's growth. Located in the northern part of the country, the city has a population of 452,100.
With its good infrastructure, El Cusuco National Cloud Forest Park is one of Honduras's best parks for visitors. Located just west of San Pedro Sula, in the impressive Merendon Mountain Range, the park is famous for its enigmatic Quetzal. One of the loveliest of all tropical birds, the Quetzal has been put at the brink of extinction because of loss of habitat as well as over-hunting for its beautiful long tail feather.
Address: El Cusuco National Cloud Forest Park, Hector Rodrigo Pastor Fasquelle Ecologica Foundation 1a Calle, 7ave NO Apartado Postal 2749, San Pedro Sula, Cortes , Honduras
Travelers planning some eco-tourism will find the orientation to local flora and fauna helpful and the large collection of preserved reptiles will appeal to curiosity seekers.
The Centro Cultural Sampedrano has permanent and temporary exhibition spaces, two theaters and the public library. It hosts and organizes most of the cultural events in San Pedro Sula.
Address: Centro Cultural Sampedrano, Calle 3, San Pedro Sula, Cortes , Honduras
Dating back to 1846 is San Pedro Sula's nationally famous Feria Juniana which lasts for the whole month of June. The fair features Garífuna dancers, drum corps and musical groups.
The modern building has both temporary and permanent exhibit spaces, a library and a large theater. The top floor displays a collection of pre-Columbian pottery and artifacts.
Address: San Pedro Museo de Antropolgía e Historia, San Pedro Sula, Cortes , Honduras
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