It is notable as the principal site in Honduras for the mining of andesite opals from Las Colinas deposit near Social, which is in the municipality.

Its boundaries are: The main product of this municipality is coffee, taking advantage of its elevation from sea level and soil conditions.

Vegetables, Corn and Beans are second in importance, and then follows cattle raising and milk products.

In the particular case of this municipality, the descendants of Indians take the highest percent, mostly in the surrounding villages.

[2] The deviation to San Andrés is better known as "El Guayabo"; from there, is 15 minutes left to the main town.