Americas/Central America
Honduras
Tegucigalpa
9.9 Mio
112 492 km²
Honduran lempira
Coastal
Spanish
Historical Events
1821 - Independence from Spain
Honduras becomes independent from Spanish rule.
1960 - Territorial transfer from Nicaragua
The International Court of Justice transfers northern Mosquito Coast from Nicaragua to Honduras.
1963 - Military coup
Honduras' civilian government is overthrown in a military coup.
1979 - Return to civilian rule
Honduras transitions back to civilian rule after years of military government.
2009 - Coup against Manuel Zelaya
The government of President Manuel Zelaya is toppled by a military coup.
2021 - Election of Xiomara Castro
Xiomara Castro is elected president, marking a return of the left to power.
2025 - Controversial election of Nasry Asfura
Nasry Asfura wins the presidency amid allegations of fraud and US interference.