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El Imposible

El Salvador, Ahuachapán

El Imposible

LocationEl Salvador, Ahuachapán
RegionAhuachapán
TypeNational Park
Coordinates13.8309°, -89.9589°
Established1989
Area38.2
Nearest CityAhuachapán (40 km)
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About El Imposible

El Salvador's largest and most biodiverse national park, protecting one of the last intact tropical rainforests in the country. Named for its historically impassable terrain, the park spans the Apaneca-Ilamatepec mountain range between Tacuba and San Francisco Menéndez municipalities. Home to over 400 bird species, pumas, white-tailed deer, and more than 500 plant species.

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Where is El Imposible located?

El Imposible is located in Ahuachapán, El Salvador at coordinates 13.8309, -89.9589.

How do I get to El Imposible?

To get to El Imposible, the nearest city is Ahuachapán (40 km).

How large is El Imposible?

El Imposible covers approximately 38.2 square kilometers (15 square miles).

When was El Imposible established?

El Imposible was established in 1989.