Standard TimeCST |
UTC-6 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
America/Tegucigalpa |
Qinda time compared to Beijing time (China) |
14 hours ahead |
Introduction to Chinda, Honduras
Chinda is a town in the department of Santa Barbara, Honduras, located in the mountainous interior of the northwestern part of the country, about 180 kilometers from the capital city of Tegucigalpa. The area is characterized by a hilly landscape and a mild tropical climate, with an average annual temperature of about 22-28°C. The town is located in the northwestern part of the department of Santa Barbara, Honduras.
Economy and Industry
The economy of Chinda is predominantly agricultural, producing coffee, maize and sugarcane, with coffee cultivation being an important source of local income. Handicraft production and a small amount of animal husbandry constitute secondary industries. Due to its remote location, it is less urbanized and retains a traditional rural Central American lifestyle.
Cultural and Natural Features
The town center retains its colonial-style architecture, and the annual Holy Week religious event in January is an important cultural tradition. The surrounding mountains are dotted with waterfalls and hiking trails, and tributaries of the Ulua River offer fishing and ecotourism resources. The local Maya Lenca indigenous community still maintains some of its traditional practices.
Transportation and Travel Tips
Access is via the Santa Barbara city highway network and is recommended during the dry season (November-April). Visitors can experience coffee plantation tours, mountain biking and rural lodging, but note that basic medical facilities are limited, and it is advisable to have mosquito protection and travel insurance in advance.
Qinda Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-02-26
Sunrise Time
06:11
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17:59
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