Oropolí, Municipality in El Paraíso Department, Honduras.
The municipality extends across 158.85 square kilometers of plains and hills, with the San José River flowing through its boundaries.
Oropolí gained recognition as a municipality in 1711, but faced destruction during the revolution of 1845 before regaining its status in 1865.
The name Oropolí stems from Mexican language roots, translating to 'River of the Great Olotes', reflecting the agricultural heritage of the region.
The municipality consists of eleven villages and fifty-two hamlets, with its administrative center located at an elevation of 453 meters.
Oropolí borders five different municipalities: Yuscarán to the north, San Lucas and San Antonio de Flores to the south, Alauca to the east, and Güinope to the west.
Location: El Paraíso Department
Elevation above the sea: 453 m
Address: Oropoli, El Paraíso, Honduras Oropoli
GPS coordinates: 13.81667,-86.81667
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:49
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