Copan is a small city located in the western highlands just 14 km (5 miles) from the frontier with Guatemala. Copan has transcended history for having been the land of the Maya Empire, whose remains are still quite present in the city.
Though small, Copan is a prosperous and well-preserved city that is being acknowledged for its Mayan ruins, forests, narrow and winding streets. Copan’s population descends directly from Mayan aborigines, and feel proud of their roots, so they are quite friendly and ready to help you with whatever you might need.
In other words, we could describe Copan as a beautiful small town with stoned streets, traditional white-washed adobe houses with red tiles, which suits perfectly with the harmony and history of the city. Copan houses the Mayan ruins, which have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Site for their contribution to the understanding of ancient civilizations. Being mainly a rural town, Copan lives on agriculture and tourism. Yet its world-wide known ruins have been attracting archeologists, students, epigraphers, architects, and travelers from all the world throughout decades. In spite of the many cultures that constantly merge in Copan, the town has managed to keep unaltered its essence and genuine identity.
Copan Spanish school
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The Spanish school in Copan is a spacious and enchanting building, with lush patios where you can study in close contact with nature.
It is located in the center of the downtown area of Copan Ruins, 3 blocks away from the central park. Besides, it is half a mile from the world wide known Mayan ruin of Copan, where you will find surprising ancient sculpture and structures.
As regards its facilities, the school includes well-lit classrooms, a backyard, a complete library and a kitchen that students are allowed to use.
There are also many activities outside the daily lessons that you can do here in Copan, such as bird watching, horse back riding, visits to hot springs, caves, farms, Indigenous villages are among the school activities organized weekly by the school. At weekends, you can go to the Mayan ruins or arrange an eco-activity.
Airport Transfer Service: Available from San Pedro Sula International airport at an extra cost. An alternative option is to arrive to San Pedro Sula International Airport and take a taxi to the bus terminal. From here take a private bus to Copan(about 4 hrs). If your flight arrives after 2pm we advice you to stay in San Pedro and travel the next day to Copan.
School Capacity: 30 students per day.
Mayan ruins in Copan
Copan city
Handicrafts of Copan
Courses Available in Copan
Private Course (20 individual lessons/Wk)
The course combines the four main skills grammar, reading, speaking and writing with strolls around the city. Topics and subjects will be organized according to the interest and pace of the student.
Minimum week requirement: 1 week.
Maximum number of students per class: 1 student per class.
