Chiligatoro Lagoon

Chiligatoro Lagoon is located in the Intibucá mountain, at an altitude of more than 1,850 meters above sea level, this is considered a paradise of peace and tranquility. At Chiligatoro Lagoon you can eat, paddle, fish with a hook, and buy roses or carnations in the nearby nurseries. It is administered by the patronage of the village of Lenca of the same name and developed as a tourist walking path to creating income alternatives for the indigenous people. Chiligatoro is a veritable oasis, located 30 minutes from La Esperanza and in the village of the same name. Chiligatoro Lagoon deserves an indispensable name in the list of the most beautiful lakes in Honduras.

At Chiligatoro Lagoon, residents of Chiligatoro said that there once appeared a giant black bull, appearing to scare people. However, people call the shaman to come to heal because sometimes this animal has a golden color. To cure the bull, they used a bull's horn, three black cat hairs, and chili peppers, it seems that with this remedy they drove the bull away. It is important to note that the Chiligatoro Lagoon was built in 1962 by the residents of Lenca village, as their main purpose was to use this source as a reservoir for water for their crops. At Chiligatoro Lagoon, guests can enjoy activities such as eating local dishes, boating in the lagoon, and fishing. Some of the most famous dishes in this area are Indian chicken or bean and pork soup.

• Location: Intibucá, Honduras