Montecristo National Park, Protected cloud forest in Metapán, El Salvador
Montecristo National Park is a nature reserve in El Salvador that spans different elevations with forests, grasslands, and streams throughout its territory. The landscape holds hundreds of plant and animal species living in varied habitats, from misty woodlands to more open zones.
This protected area was established in 1987 as the country's first official conservation project. That founding moment started an organized effort to safeguard the natural environment across El Salvador.
The garden here displays orchids and plants that people have cultivated for generations as symbols of the region's natural wealth. These species reflect how locals connect with the land and value its living diversity.
Entry requires written approval from the environmental authority, which visitors need to arrange before arriving. Preparation ahead of time helps, and checking weather conditions is wise since the higher elevations often see clouds and rain.
This area links with protected lands across borders, forming a cross-boundary network shared by three countries. That connection allows plants and animals to move and thrive across a much larger territory.
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