Museum of the Revolution, Civil War museum in Perquín, El Salvador.
Museum of the Revolution in Perquín documents the civil war between 1980 and 1992 through wartime objects, military equipment, and photographs. The collection includes remnants from military operations, such as a bomb crater and helicopter wreckage.
The location became a resistance center against military rule during the civil war of the 1980s. After the conflict ended, the museum was established to preserve the history of this period and its impact.
The name reflects the resistance movement that shaped this mountain community during the 1980s. Visitors encounter people who lived through these events and share their personal memories throughout the exhibits.
The museum operates on a donation basis with rates varying by visitor type. Guided tours are available to help visitors better understand the exhibits and historical sites on the grounds.
The museum preserves underground tunnels and combat shelters that resistance fighters actually used during mountain operations. Visitors can explore these subterranean spaces and gain a direct sense of living conditions during the conflict.
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