PARQUE ECO-ARQUEOLÓGICO CUEVAS DE TALGUA

Located 10 km from the city near the village of Guanaja, these caves were rediscovered in 1994, so to speak, when a team of Hondurans and North Americans unearthed skulls and bones in a cavity. Archaeologists later confirmed that this was a ceremonial gesture by an unknown ancient tribe, around 1,400 BC (other skeletons date back to 3,000 BC). Other caves were subsequently uncovered, one of them containing pictographs. The visit is very interesting, even if the skulls discovered are no longer on display (the small museum doesn't show one). There is, however, a visitor center. There is another cave, not yet officially open, which you may be able to visit with a guide. Guides can accompany you on your tour, showing you the most interesting formations and providing explanations (in Spanish).

Bus from Catacamas (at 6am and 11am at least, last return at 12.30pm, remember to take the first bus from Catacamas). It's a 45-minute walk from the village to the entrance (accessible by car). Otherwise, a cab costs no more than 200 Lps (one way) to the caves. The path is in poor condition at the end. Note that it is possible to climb to the summit of Picucha, the highest point in the Sierra de Agalta (two-day hike).