Complejo San Marcelino
El Salvador, Sonsonate
Complejo San Marcelino
LocationEl Salvador, Sonsonate
RegionSonsonate
TypeNature Reserve
Coordinates13.7800°, -89.5500°
Established1994
Area16.12
Nearest CityIzalco (8 km)
About Complejo San Marcelino
A protected natural area within the Apaneca-Ilamatepec Conservation Area, spanning municipalities of Izalco and Armenia in Sonsonate department. The complex encompasses three distinct ecosystems: a lava flow from the San Marcelino (Cerro Chino) volcano, the primary subperennial forest of Las Lajas in the Coatepeque lake basin, and the secondary forest of La Presa. Important for recharging the Zapotitan aquifer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Complejo San Marcelino located?
Complejo San Marcelino is located in Sonsonate, El Salvador at coordinates 13.78, -89.55.
How do I get to Complejo San Marcelino?
To get to Complejo San Marcelino, the nearest city is Izalco (8 km).
How large is Complejo San Marcelino?
Complejo San Marcelino covers approximately 16.12 square kilometers (6 square miles).
When was Complejo San Marcelino established?
Complejo San Marcelino was established in 1994.