Catacamas, Honduras

CATACAMAS, midway along the Valle de Catacamas beneath the southern flanks of the Sierra de Agalta, is a smaller version of Juticalpa. Even fewer tourists visit here than come to that city – Catacamas is at the end of one of the paved roads through the region – which no doubt contributes to the affable, small-town charm of the place. It does, however, have a more spectacular setting than its larger neighbour: a short walk up to the Mirador de la Cruz, fifteen minutes from the centre on the northern side of town, gives superb views over the town and valley.