Maya Site of Copan

Overview

Discovered in 1570 by Diego García de Palacio, the ruins of Copán, one of the most important sites of the Mayan civilization, were not excavated until the 19th century. The ruined citadel and imposing public squares reveal the three main stages of development before the city was abandoned in the early 10th century.

Selection Criteria

(iv)

Components(1 location)

• •Maya Site of Copan129bis

Details

Countries

Honduras

ISO Codes

HN

Area

15.095 ha

Coordinates

14.8500, -89.1333