No visit to El Salvador would be complete
without a visit to one of the many Mayan Ruins.
Within just 30 minutes away from the capital, you will be enjoying a little bit of ancient history. By taking the highway to Santa Ana, El Salvador is one of the most important archeological sites in Central America.Joya de Ceren is a unique site found in Mesoamerica; it was suddenly buried in ashes by a volcanic eruption
This unique and culturally significant site, Joya de Ceren ( the Jewel of Ceren), has given us an understanding of the day-to-day lives of the ancient Mayan cultures who lived here. Joya de Ceren is one of the most amazing sites to visit in El Salvador. Located in the Valley of Sapotitán, Joya de Ceren is one of the most fertile valleys in El Salvador. In Joya de Ceren, you will experience and learn to look back at ancient civilizations and the way of life was before.
Extra Information:
Hotels usually offer to either get a taxi or arrange tours for their guests. But if you prefer to take public transit, it is available and with easy access there.
Hours of operation:
- Open Tuesday to Sunday 9am – 4pm
- Guided tours are given every 15 minutes
- Admission: $3.00 for tourists, $1.00 for locals and free for children under 8 years of age and for adults over 60
- Parking: $1.00
Moreover, El Salvador has another ancient Mayan Ruins 7 minutes away from Joya de Ceren, total of 37 minutes away from the capital San Salvador, called "The Ruins of San Andres." San Andres is one of the biggest pre-Hispanic centers in El Salvador. This ancient community covers around 200 acres or more, and consists of a ceremonial center surrounded by a wide residential area. It has been thought that San Andres dominated the Zapotitan Valley and Hammocks Valley, where the actual capital San Salvador lies.
I love historical ruins! I know that sounds crazy but ever since I went to Italy when i was 10 years old and helped my uncle dig up a pot at a sight in what was pompeii. I have been fascinated by ruins! The idea that there are whole cities preserved all around us wait to be discovered. So incredible you are lucky to live in country that persevered that rich culture. All we have is mount rushmore :(
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Pablo! we should definitely plan a trip to this places while we are in El Salvador. It was a long time ago since I last visited this place, I remember that there was a zoo adjacent to this place. i wonder if it is still there! Katie you should definitely visit El Salvador as you will get two free tour guides!
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