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Anatomy of a Maya City: The Urban Structure of Copán in Honduras

ArchDaily 27 May 2026 15h ago
Anatomy of a Maya City: The Urban Structure of Copán in Honduras
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Deep in western Honduras , within a valley near the Guatemalan border, lies the ancient Maya city of Copán . Flourishing during the Classic period between the fifth and ninth centuries CE, the city developed as a regional epicenter through trade networks, dynastic politics, and monumental architecture. Today, the site is designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its extensive architectural re
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