Copan Ruins

Genetic analysis of ancient remains excavated at the Honduran Maya site of Copán confirms biological connections between early Copán and Mexico's Teotihuacán, supporting archaeological evidence of contact and influence between the two civilizations 1,600 years ago.

Honduras and Japan have agreed to build a new visitor center at the Copán archaeological park for approximately 17.5 million lempiras (about $700,000), with a one-year timeline, to streamline tourist entry and provide modern ticketing and orientation services.

President Nasry Asfura announced an electronic card system to modernize visitor access at Copán Ruins, part of a broader effort to boost tourism at the 1,600-year-old archaeological site.

Honduras and Japan signed an agreement to build a modern visitor center at the Copán Ruins archaeological site for 17.5 million lempiras (about $700,000), featuring online ticket sales and improved facilities to strengthen tourism at the UNESCO World Heritage site.

Business leaders in Copán Ruinas submitted a five-year tourism agenda to the government on August 5 that outlines infrastructure, workforce training, and border-crossing improvements to boost the region's competitiveness and economic activity around the Maya archaeological park.

President Nasry Asfura announced an electronic card system for visitors to Copán Ruins during a ceremony marking 1,600 years of the archaeological site, aiming to streamline access and boost tourism.