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Copán Travel Guide: 215 reviews and 967 photos

The main reason to come to Copan are the Mayan ruins of Copan. We stayed in the village at walking distance of the ruins with the confusing name Copan Ruinas. Copan Ruinas is an easygoing place with cobblestone streets, a Parque Central and many lovely restaurants and guesthouses all within walking distance.

We stayed for two nights. So we couldn't not only visit the impressive ruins in the striking environment of the rainforest, but also one of the small villages in the mountains by horseback.

lots of restaurants in the town of Copan Ruinas

on our way to the ruins of the ancient site Copan

Last visit to Copán: Dec 2006
Intro Updated May 8, 2011
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old traditional house in the mountain village - Copán

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hunterV Feb 5, 2011 at 1:41 AM

Hello, Ali! Thanks for your wonderful story about this superb place... Very authentic and attractive!... ><><><><
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calcaf38 May 29, 2009 at 6:24 PM

I'm going there next month. Thank you for sharing.
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bermejo Mar 6, 2008 at 3:59 PM

What are all these cars doing in the "green innercourt"??
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roamer61 Jul 30, 2007 at 1:49 PM

Great page on Copan. Its right up there with Tikal, Chichen Itza and Palanque.
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iandsmith May 6, 2007 at 6:33 AM

Quality pages, thanks for sharing.
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uglyscot Apr 14, 2007 at 12:42 AM

Wonderful page for Copan, Ali. I enjoyed everything very much, and without having to ride a horse.
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Toyin Mar 12, 2007 at 12:03 PM

Co and his little angel , and you on the Horse..am glad you didn't fall this time. Thanks for sharing.
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MalenaN Mar 10, 2007 at 7:42 AM

Riding the horse in the countryside outside Copan Ruinas sounds great!
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Bwana_Brown Feb 22, 2007 at 5:26 PM

Ali, now it is my turn to be envious of your experiences in Honduras! Excellent tips here, even if I did jump the gun a bit. Sue and I are looking forward to returning to Central America and to more of your tips!