Copán Ruinas: Visiting Mayan Ruins and More in Honduras
When it comes to Mayan ruins, Tikal and Chichén Itza are usually the first that come to mind. They’re great, […]
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So far, I’ve only been to Copán Ruinas in Honduras. Thus, there is only one post in this category. However, I thought it was fantastic, and I’d love to go back to Honduras some day to explore more.
When it comes to Mayan ruins, Tikal and Chichén Itza are usually the first that come to mind. They’re great, and you should go there, too. But there’s another set of equally impressive ancient Mayan buildings tucked away in a corner of Honduras: the magnificent ruins of Copán.
The pyramids here might not be as tall as they’re more famous rivals, but what Copán lacks in size it more than makes up for in intricate, gorgeous stone carvings and excellent on-site museum.
And there’s much more to Copán than just the ruins. The town of Copán Ruinas is a charming little mountain village. It’s friendly and not over-touristed. At the same time, it has plenty of the amenities and things to do us tourists are so accustomed to.
So, if you’re traveling through Central America, or you’re a fan of ancient Mayan art and architecture, do yourself a favor and visit Copán.