Rosalila Temple
A full-size replica of this well-preserved Mayan temple allows visitors to experience the ancient Mayan age in Copán Ruinas, Honduras.

📜 Rosalila Temple, an emblematic monument of Mayan Civilization, is located in the Archaeological Park of Copán Ruinas, Honduras.
🔍 Discovered in 1989 by Arq. Ricardo Agurcia Fasquelle, it stands as one of the best-preserved examples of Mayan art and architecture.

Why Go

🏛️ Explore an amazingly well-preserved Mayan temple
🎨 Admire elaborate painted stucco decoration
🗿 See artifacts from sacred ceremonies
🚶 Walk through a life-size replica at the site museum
✨ Reflects ancient Mayan religious practices 🇭🇳 Symbol of Honduras and source of scientific knowledge

Tips

⛏️ Buried inside Temple 16, the structure is 97% intact, preserved by Mayan burial practices.
👑 The tomb of Copan's first king, K’inich Yax K’uk Mo ‘, was found beneath the temple.

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