In El Salvador there are more than 25 volcanoes distributed throughout El Salvador . On this occasion we have focused on a group of volcanoes located in the west of Salvadorian territory. This group of volcanoes is known as "The Complex Volcanoes" This Park is distributed between the departments of Sonsonate and Santa Ana . The main attractions of this Park are hiking routes by the various thematic; climbs; Camps and above all, lots of adventure and nature.

  Cunhtepeque or Cerro Verde (Green Hill)

The Cerro Verde is an extinct volcano. It sees its last eruption occurred more than twenty thousand years. This Park is under the administration of Salvanatura an organization that ensures the protection of this Park in order to conserve flora and fauna in their natural state. The Cunhtepeque is characterized by lush vegetation, including orchids that can be seen in its natural state.

For its abundant vegetation the Cunhtepeque or Cerro Verde (Green Hill), has a very cool and pleasant climate. The Park has three thematic domestic routes that are restricted use and that can only be visited with the company specialized guides. These routes thematic owns Cunhtepeque are: "A Window to Nature"; "Volcanoes" and "The Lookout Mountain"

These thematic routes, allowing penetrate into the deep forest of Cunhtepeque nebulous. Each of these routes includes a tour of over 35 meters , which have been created around its crater. These three routes allow closely admire the majesty of volcanoes Izalco and Lamatepec or Santa Ana; area orchid; Lake Coatepeque and some of the populations of the area.

  The Volcano Izalco

The Volcano Izalco is the youngest volcano in El Salvador and one of the youngest of America . Its origins go back to the year of 1770. The eruption was in Izalco for 187 years until 1957 when it ceased its eruptions. However, it is considered at present an active volcano. The Izalco is located in Sonsonate department. Part of Complex the Volcanoes is adjacent to Cunhtepeque and Lamatepec.

The attraction of this volcano is the achievement of escalation along the slopes of Izalco , to visit its crater. It is an attraction for tourists Canadians, North Americans, Europeans and nationals visiting the crater of Izalco to build a camp and spend the night there, which allows enjoy the sunset and sunrise.

Elsalvador-in.com recommended to take every precaution if you want to visit the Izalco , because the ground for promotion to the crater of Izalco is very loose and tilted, which could happen an accident but precautions are taken. It is important to be accompanied by tour guides specialized, and they know the best routes of promotion and relegation Volcano Izalco. If you take into account all the recommendations of the experts have no doubt that it will be an unforgettable experience.

  Lamatepec or Santa Ana Volcano

This volcano is active and its last eruption occurred in 2005. Inside there was a lagoon with water sulphur which was missing during the eruption of the volcano. According to experts of the National System of Territorial Studies SNET (for his abbreviation in Spanish), the Santa Ana volcano or Lamatepec in its eruptions are characterized by low production of lava volcanic and ash launch of its abundant and hot water.

The Lamatepec is the highest volcano in El Salvador and voluminous. The summit crater of Lamatepeque reaches a height of 2365 meters above sea level. Like the Izalco its attractiveness are walking up the crater. If you want to visit this Volcano elsalvador-in.com recommended to take the same recommendations that we suggested in the case of Volcano Izalco and which are to be accompanied by tour guides and experts on the rise fall of Izalco and Lamatepec to avoid risk their physical integrity that can end in fatal consequences. Elsalvador-in.com wants you enjoy the beauties of this Park that is why we recommend extra caution because we know to be an enjoyable experience.