Chalatenango Department, Administrative department in northern El Salvador.
The department encompasses 33 municipalities across mountainous terrain, with numerous rivers flowing through valleys and agricultural zones near the Honduras border.
The department's foundation in 1855 marked a significant territorial reorganization of El Salvador, leading to the establishment of local governance structures.
The department maintains strong agricultural traditions, with local farmers cultivating coffee plantations and producing fruits in the highland regions.
Regular bus services connect the municipalities to the department capital Chalatenango, with additional transport options available to San Salvador.
The region contains multiple natural reserves where visitors can observe native species of birds and trek through pine forest trails.
Location: El Salvador
Inception: 1855
Capital city: Chalatenango
Shares border with: La Libertad Department, Santa Ana Department, Ocotepeque Department, Lempira Department, Cabañas Department, Cuscatlán Department, San Salvador Department
GPS coordinates: 14.04136,-88.93941
Latest update: March 4, 2025 08:29
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