Morrales de Pasaquina
El Salvador, La Unión
Morrales de Pasaquina
LocationEl Salvador, La Unión
RegionLa Unión
TypeNature Reserve
Coordinates13.5800°, -87.8400°
Established1994
Area3.5
Nearest CityPasaquina (5 km)
About Morrales de Pasaquina
A nature reserve in the municipality of Pasaquina, La Union department, in the dry eastern lowlands of El Salvador. The reserve protects remnant tropical dry forest and scrubland habitat, providing shelter for wildlife in one of the most deforested regions of the country. Named for the morral tree (Crescentia cujete), whose gourd-like fruits are used for traditional crafts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Morrales de Pasaquina located?
Morrales de Pasaquina is located in La Unión, El Salvador at coordinates 13.58, -87.84.
How do I get to Morrales de Pasaquina?
To get to Morrales de Pasaquina, the nearest city is Pasaquina (5 km).
How large is Morrales de Pasaquina?
Morrales de Pasaquina covers approximately 3.5 square kilometers (1 square miles).
When was Morrales de Pasaquina established?
Morrales de Pasaquina was established in 1994.