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UTC-6 |
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IANA Time Zone |
America/El_Salvador |
Chalchuapa time compared to Beijing time (China) |
14 hours ahead |
Chalchuapa, El Salvador: an important site of the ancient Maya civilization
Located in the west of El Salvador, about 78 kilometers from the capital San Salvador, Chalchuapa is an important archaeological city in the department of Santa Ana. It preserves the remains of one of the oldest Mayan civilizations in Central America, dating back to 1200 BC.
Archaeological value and cultural heritage
The Chalchuapa site complex is known for structures such as the Pyramid of Tasumal and the Casablanca Altar, which demonstrate the architectural and astronomical ingenuity of the Maya during the Preclassic period. The Chalchuapa Monument, a monolithic statue unearthed at the Tlapakoya site, is a key artifact in the study of early Mayan religious art.
Geography and Tourism
The area is located in the volcanic belt and is surrounded by natural landscapes such as the Isarco volcano. Visitors can experience the unique cultural and ecological routes of western El Salvador by combining tours of archaeological sites and coffee estates. The city center retains colonial-style churches, blending Spanish and indigenous cultural features.
Modern Development and Challenges
As an important cultural tourism hub in El Salvador, Chalchuapa is boosting the local economy through sustainable tourism, but also faces the problem of balancing site preservation with urbanization. The local museum systematically displays excavated artifacts and has become an important base for the study of the Mayan civilization in Mesoamerica.
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Today is 2025-12-30
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