Comayagua Department
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Comayagua | |
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Department | |
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Country | Honduras |
Municipalities | 21 |
Founded | 1825 |
Seat | Comayagua |
Government | |
• Type | Departmental |
Area | |
• Total | 5,124 km2 (1,978 sq mi) |
Population (2015)[1] | |
• Total | 511,943 |
• Density | 100/km2 (260/sq mi) |
Time zone | -6 |
Postal code | 12101 |
Comayagua (Spanish pronunciation: [komaˈʝaɣwa]) is one of the 18 departments (departamentos) into which the Central American nation of Honduras is divided. The departmental capital is Comayagua.
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Geography
The department covers a total surface area of 5,124km² and, in 2015, had an estimated population of 511,943 people.
Economy
Historically, the department produced gold, copper, cinnabar, asbestos, and silver. Gems were also mined, including opal and emerald. The area was also known for "fine" cattle.[2]
Municipalities
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