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Irving (Irmo) is a small town on the border of Lexington and Richland counties in the U.S. state of South Carolina, located about 12 miles northwest of the state capital, Columbia. As part of the greater Columbia metropolitan area, Irving is known for its quality school district, peaceful neighborhood environment, and convenient city amenities.
Situated on the banks of the Congaree River and adjacent to the famous Saluda River, Irving is rich in natural beauty. According to the 2020 Census, the town has a population of approximately 12,000, and is predominantly white while having a diverse community structure. Its name is derived from the initials of Capitol C. Irmo, an early railroad executive.
Irmo's economy is dominated by retail, health care and education, with large shopping centers and easy access to transportation. The Irmo Oktaba Festival, held each September, is the region's most famous cultural event, attracting tens of thousands of visitors. The town has a number of parks and recreational areas, with Irving Community Park in particular being a popular place for residents to spend time outdoors.
Irving is part of Lexington-Richland School District 5, which has several highly rated public schools. Adjacent to the 11,000-acre Lake Murray Reservoir, providing residents with abundant water recreation opportunities. A mild subtropical climate and reasonable home prices make Irving one of the popular places to live in South Carolina.
Mapulaca is a small, quiet town in the Valle department of western Honduras, about 120 kilometers southwest of the capital city of Tegucigalpa, in the transition zone between the volcanic belt of Central America and the lowlands of the Pacific coast. Surrounded by fertile arable land, this small, agriculturally based town is home to residents who grow corn, beans, and sugarcane, where the traditional farming culture lives on. Despite its small size, Maplaca is becoming a hidden destination for backpackers looking to explore the Honduran countryside, thanks to its simple people and untouched, untouched landscape. The surrounding savanna and scattered hilly landscapes provide natural delights for bird watching and hiking, and are one of the windows to experience Honduras' native culture.