They claim that an ancient church in Honduras was ‘built by the devil’, is it true?

Texiguat , a picturesque municipality in Honduras , is known for its imposing church , considered one of the most beautiful in the country. However, beyond its architecture , there is a legend that has endured for centuries, related to its mysterious construction and an alleged pact with the devil.

This municipality, located in the department of El Paraíso, is of great historical importance for Honduras . It is said that it was chosen by Francisco Morazán towards the end of the 1820s as a base to regroup his troops before the Battle of Trinidad, fought on November 11, 1827.

According to some accounts, Morazán found his best soldiers here, characterized by their bravery and loyalty. This fighting spirit remains a hallmark of the inhabitants of Texiguat to this day.

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But why is there talk of a relationship with the devil ? Legend has it that 1,500 years ago, the Spanish, in their eagerness to evangelize the region, undertook the construction of a church in a single day.

Gaspar, determined to keep his part of the deal, ordered all the village’s roosters to be slaughtered to prevent any disruption. However, a cunning lady, suspicious of his intentions , hid her rooster under a lid in her kitchen.

Punishment?

At dawn, the rooster crowed and the devil, enraged at seeing that the church was not finished, punished Gaspar for not keeping the deal.

Since then, the church of Texiguat remained unfinished, and the legend has been passed down from generation to generation. The inhabitants of the municipality claim that the remains of this church and its legend are part of the mystical character of the place, a place where stories and the past are intertwined with daily life.

Texiguat is not only notable for its history, but also for the peculiar design of its urban layout, which resembles an arrow. This curious fact continues to fascinate locals and visitors, who find a piece of its rich history in every corner of the town.

Where does the name Texiguat come from?

Today, Texiguat is a land of hard-working people, and its name comes from the Nahuatl word ” Texintla “, which means “woman of distinction”, in honor of the women of the municipality who have been represented in numerous paintings that decorate its rustic roofs. These works reflect the pride of a town that, between legends and realities, has forged its identity.