La Unión, Port city on the Pacific coast in La Unión Department, El Salvador.
La Unión extends along the Gulf of Fonseca, featuring a modern port facility that handles substantial cargo operations for regional maritime trade.
The settlement, originally named Puerto San Carlos after King Charles III, received its current name and city status in 1854.
The community maintains local traditions through festivals that showcase regional cuisine, dances, and artisanal products made from palm and tortoiseshell.
The municipal port, completed in 2012, provides extensive maritime services and connects to major transportation routes across El Salvador.
The area contains deposits of gold, iron, barium, and mercury, contributing to the mineral resources of El Salvador.
Location: La Unión Department
Inception: 1865
Elevation above the sea: 52 m
GPS coordinates: 13.33712,-87.84306
Latest update: March 7, 2025 07:49
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