Antiguo Cuscatlán, Municipality in La Libertad Department, El Salvador
Antiguo Cuscatlán is a municipality in La Libertad Department in El Salvador, situated at around 849 meters in elevation and spanning diverse land uses. The area combines industrial zones with residential areas and coffee plantations, shaping the economic and agricultural structure of the region.
The settlement was founded in 1054 when Topiltzin Atzil established Cuzcatlan with a significant population. This early founding by a local leader laid the groundwork for the area's later development.
The name blends Spanish and Nahuatl, with Cuscatlán meaning land of medals or jeweled city in the indigenous language. This linguistic mix reflects the historical meeting of different cultures in the area.
The area is shaped by three major industrial zones: Santa Elena, Plan de la Laguna, and Merliot, where companies operate in food, plastics, and textile sectors. Visiting these areas typically requires a basic understanding of local infrastructure and planning to explore the different zones.
The area ranks among El Salvador's most prosperous regions and has one of the country's highest per capita incomes. This economic prosperity sets it apart from many other parts of the nation.
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