From the middle of 1700, Yuskaran flourished in gold and silver found in the foothills nearby. The streets were lined and lined with stone. The church, houses and other architecture were modeled after returning to Spain, most of which remained unchanged. Many of Honduras are the richest and most influential families left here, and the city flourished enough to become the capital of the Department of El Parasi, which remains to this day. It is known that in the nearby mountains there are many precious metals, but this area is now a biological reserve and is inaccessible for mining. The first industry of Yuskaran today is the production of the Yuskaran “aguardiente” brand, a local firewater made from sugar cane and sold through Central America.
Walking through this little pueblo is an emotional and humiliating experience. The spirit of the Spanish colonial history comes from all sides. The streets are cobblestones, and obviously very old, with grass, and sometimes small flowers, peeping between the stones, because there is not enough movement to dissuade them. For those accredited on good concrete sidewalks, walking can be a bit treacherous, as some of the stones are quite large and not laid evenly. Looking down at any street is unlikely to show a car in motion, although there may be one or two parked in front of the house. There are not many people who walk the streets, sometimes just a dog, not in a hurry to sleep in the middle of the road, although the people you meet with are pretty pleasant and friendly “Buenas!”. almost obligatory. This is not a tourist town, so you will not find streets lined with vendors selling souvenirs and trinkets, and teenage girls pass by, giggling at the "gringo" because they do not see many, while the delicious flavor of fresh tamalets Above the steel drum-oven the wind blows in the wind and is enough to seduce any sky.
The streets in Yuskarana are narrow because the Spanish did not plan car traffic, therefore, of necessity, many can only be in one way. They really are much better suited for pedestrians than cars. Many buildings and houses have front porches with columns, and verandas with wrought iron railings are common. Most of them are painted in off-white or light colors, and red Spanish tile roofs are universal. Many of the trees that line the streets and shade yards are quite large and mature, weighed down with mangoes, papayas and avocados.
Although there are some modern residences on the outskirts of the city, in 1979 the city center was declared a national monument, and all streets and buildings should be maintained in Spanish colonial style. Stone streets can not be laid, and houses can not be rebuilt in a modern way, so the small town will remain forever.
Yuskaran is a peaceful place where you can sit and think like any that you find. Sitting on bicentennial cobblestones, looking at more than fifty miles of wooded mountains and valleys, you feel the soul. Just leave your calendars and watches at home. There is no time.
