La Unión Department

Located on the Pacific coast, La Unión Department spans 2,074 square kilometers and features coastal areas, hills, valleys, and agricultural lands.

The department gained its administrative status in 1865, establishing La Unión city as its capital and marking a new era of regional governance.

The department maintains traditional agricultural practices focusing on coffee, sugar cane, and fruit cultivation, supporting many local farming communities.

The department contains eighteen municipalities, including La Unión Norte and La Unión Sur, with the main administrative offices situated in La Unión city.

The region holds substantial mineral deposits, including gold, iron, barium, and mercury, contributing to El Salvador's natural resource reserves.

Location: El Salvador

Inception: 1865

Capital city: La Unión

Part of: Eastern Zone of El Salvador

Shares border with: San Miguel Department, Morazán Department, La Paz Department, Valle Department

GPS coordinates: 13.33712,-87.84306

Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:45