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Joya de Ceren Km 32, Carr San Juan Opico - Agua Escondida, El Salvador ☎ +503 2401 5782 Last Updated: 03/02/2023 |
| Joya de Ceren is an archaeological site located in El Salvador, Central America. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is sometimes referred to as the "Pompeii of the Americas" because of its well-preserved ancient ruins. | |
| The site was discovered in 1976 during the construction of a water project and was subsequently excavated by archaeologists. The site is believed to have been a farming village inhabited by the Maya people around AD 600. The site was buried by volcanic ash from the eruption of the nearby Loma Caldera volcano, which helped to preserve the structures and artifacts. The site contains a number of buildings, including houses, a marketplace, a religious structure, and a sauna. The buildings are made of adobe and were built around a central plaza. The buildings contain many artifacts, including household items, farming tools, and pottery. Joya de Ceren provides a unique glimpse into the daily lives of the ancient Maya people and is an important site for understanding their culture and history. | |
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El Salvador Place » City El Salvador is a small country located in Central America, bordered by Guatemala to the west, Honduras to the north and east, and the Pacific Ocean to the south. Its capital city is San Salvador, and the country has a population of approximately 6.4 million people with a total area of 21,041 km2 (8,124 sq mi). Spanish is the official language of El Salvador. 176 views 💖 1El Salvador |
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Tazumal Place » Historical Place Tazumal is an archaeological site located in the town of Chalchuapa in western El Salvador. It is believed to have been a major Mayan city between the 6th and 10th centuries AD, and is now an important cultural and historical site in El Salvador. 180 views 💖 1Calle Tazumal, Chalchuapa, El Salvador |