Complejo Guija
El Salvador, Santa Ana
Complejo Guija
LocationEl Salvador, Santa Ana
RegionSanta Ana
TypeWildlife Refuge
Coordinates14.2830°, -89.4830°
Established2010
Area101.8
Nearest CityMetapan (15 km)
About Complejo Guija
A Ramsar site (designated 2010) encompassing Lago de Guija, a transboundary volcanic lake shared with Guatemala, and its surrounding wetlands in the municipalities of Metapan and San Antonio Pajonal, Santa Ana department. The complex protects Central American dry tropical forest, supports 59,000 waterbirds including migratory species, and harbors 14 native fish species.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Complejo Guija located?
Complejo Guija is located in Santa Ana, El Salvador at coordinates 14.283, -89.483.
How do I get to Complejo Guija?
To get to Complejo Guija, the nearest city is Metapan (15 km).
How large is Complejo Guija?
Complejo Guija covers approximately 101.8 square kilometers (39 square miles).
When was Complejo Guija established?
Complejo Guija was established in 2010.