Cihuatán, Archaeological site in Aguilares, El Salvador.
The ceremonial center contains multiple pyramids, plazas, and residential complexes spread across 300 hectares of continuous pre-Hispanic constructions.
The city flourished between 900 and 1200 CE after the Maya collapse, becoming a regional capital with strong connections to central Mexico.
The name Cihuatán derives from Nahuatl language meaning 'place of women', reflecting the Pipil civilization that established this settlement.
The archaeological park opens Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with guided tours lasting 45 minutes for groups up to 15 people.
The site features two ball courts used for ceremonial games, and evidence indicates the city ended abruptly around 1100 CE following extensive fires.
Location: Aguilares
GPS coordinates: 13.98121,-89.16507
Latest update: May 10, 2025 22:15
Architectural, natural, and historical sites in El Salvador including its volcanoes, lakes, Mayan sites, and colonial towns. The country features pre-Columbian temples like Tazumal and Joya de Cerén, natural areas such as Los Volcanes National Park and Lake Coatepeque, beaches along the Pacific coast like El Tunco, as well as historical urban centers such as San Salvador and Suchitoto. Visitors can explore waterfalls, hot springs, museums, and religious buildings scattered across the region.
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