Cuscatlán Department

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Cuscatlán Department

Name

Cuscatlán Department

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Region / Subdivision

Summary

Cuscatlán is a department located in the central region of El Salvador. Its name is derived from the indigenous language meaning land of precious jewels. The department was officially established in the nineteenth century.

Statistics

Area

756.20 km²

Population

244,901

Location