You go to Honduras, don't miss Copan's Maya site! The archaeological site is located in the middle of the jungle and is part of the UNESCO world heritage!
Honduras is not particularly among the countries that attract many travellers. Indeed, it can enjoy a fairly bad reputation. And yet, did you know that Honduras is one of the most beautiful Mayan sites in the region? The Maya de Copan site, known as the "Alexandria des Mayas", has been listed as a UNESCO heritage site since 1980 and brings together more than 3,400 buildings over 24 kilometres. A visit is required during your stay in Honduras! Here's all you need to know about your visit to Copan, this amazing archaeological site.
A little History on Copan
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Just a few kilometers from the border with Guatemala, Copan Ruinas has developed thanks to tourism for several years. And for cause, this city is the gateway to Copan’s site, an impressive Maya site, still playful in the heart of the tropical jungle. Copan is indeed an ancient Mayan city, today classified as the world heritage of Unesco, and dating from the 7th century of our age.
The site is impressive because archaeologists believe that the first residents make Copan a place of residence from 1200 years before Jesus Christ, making it one of the oldest Mayan sites in the region. Thanks to extensive excavations, we can now admire the vestiges of civilization, including some beautiful mountain temples as well as the place of the ball game, which is one of the main spaces of any ancient Mayan city. Copan was one of the most powerful Mayan cities in the region with Chichen Itza Mexico and Tikal in Guatemala.
How to visit Copan?
It is possible to visit Copan in Honduras from Guatemala City or Antigua, two cities offering daily shuttles. If you arrive by Honduras, there are also shuttles from several cities such as San Pedro Sula and directly out of the airport for more security.
The site is open Monday to Sunday from 8am to 4pm. At least one full day to visit Copan's extensive site. The entrance costs approximately $15. It is possible to visit the site alone or with a guide.
What else to do in Copan
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Also note that the city of Copan Ruinas is also a very nice place to visit: indeed, with its paved alleys, its colourful facades and colonial architecture, it is a real leap in the time that you make by strolling through its alleys. The atmosphere is pleasant, with many small restaurants and bars.
In the vicinity, it is also possible to visit several natural reserves, but also coffee plantations. Indeed, the climate of the region is ideal for the cultivation of coffee, and plantations are numerous, and ideal for discovering the diversity of this country still unknown to the general public!
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