Cuscatlán

The cradle of the first capital of El Salvador, ancient architecture, towns full of stories and rich gastronomy can be found in Cuscatlán, one of the departments in the central zone.

Cuscatlán has many sites that marked the armed conflict of El Salvador, one of the reasons many visitors come seeking history; two of the municipalities you should explore if you want to learn more about the topic are Tenancingo and Suchitoto.

In terms of nature, this department has many mountainous areas. It also borders the Lempa River valley to the north, a flat and fertile region ideal for agriculture, giving you beautiful landscapes rich in vegetation.

Sugarcane cultivation dominates the area, and during harvest season it is common to see the sale of delicious sugarcane juice, offered at small stalls set up along the road that leads to Cojutepeque, the departmental capital.

Do not hesitate to visit any of the municipalities of Cuscatlán, because in addition to learning a lot of history you can taste rich traditional and even gourmet dishes. And you won’t have to worry about finding a place to rest, because the hotel offerings are very varied.