5 Must-See Spots in Honduras

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Honduras is the second largest country in Central America. It offers unlimited amounts of untouched nature and incredible wildlife. Lovely Caribbean beaches, tropical jungles, and lakes are only a part of what’s waiting for you in this culture-rich country. Let’s see what are the top 5 things you shouldn’t miss when visiting.

Roatán, Bay Islands

The largest of the Bay Islands, Roatán is also the most developed one. It’s a popular vacation location and a cruise-ship port.

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Copán Ruins Archeological Site

This UNESCO World Heritage Site is 2,000 years old and the most studied Maya city. Today, visitors get to enjoy a number of stelae and altars that were mostly erected in the 8th century.

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Museum of Mayan Sculpture, Copán

The museum is located at the Copàn Ruins Archeological Site and it’s a home of original sculptures, altars, and stelae that were recovered from the site.

Utila, Bay Islands

Utila is a favorite location of backpackers, being that it’s the most affordable of the Bay Islands. It’s only 13 km long and offers incredible but not too expensive diving vacations.

Little French Key, Bay Islands

Little French Key is a little piece of paradise on Earth. It has everything you could possibly imagine for a setting like this – crystal clear water, sandy beaches, rich underwater life, hammocks hung between coconut palms, fresh seafood, and much more.