• It lies on the west bank of the Copán River, about 35 miles (56 km) west of the modern town of Santa Rosa de Copán.
  • King Smoke Imix (the 12th ruler, reign 628 - 695 CE) was another Copán ruler who oversaw a period of great prosperity in the 7th century CE.
  • One of his books, Incidents of Travel in Yucatan, was published in 1843 with detailed drawings of the ruins at Copán, made by Catherwood with a camera lucida.
  • Some Copan Archaeological tips: in addition to the Archaeological Park, there are many different archaeological features to visit and discover in Copan.
  • Copan is also the site of the second largest ballcourt in Central America, and the richly detailed Temple of Inscriptions. Rosalila and Jaguar Tunnels.
  • DESCRIPTION Copan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was one of the premier ancient Maya kingdoms, and lies on the southeastern frontier of the Maya area.
  • When you mention the word ‘Copán’ around an archaeologist you will see their eyes light up. ... Copán has been on the World Heritage List since 1980.
  • The Hieroglyphic Stairway and tunnels are highlights in an amazing collection of ancient structures. Copan Ruinas, the village, was fun during a fiesta.