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Maya Site of Copan

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.

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The Maya Site of Copan in western Honduras is one of the most important sites of the Mayan civilization from the Classic era (5th century - 9th century AD). The site was abandoned shortly after 900.

The main complex consists of the Acropolis and five plazas, with ball courts, temples and altar complexes. Highlight is the hieroglyphic inscription on Hierogplyphic Stairway Plaza. 

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