What is sonsonate el salvador?

Sonsonate is a municipality and department located in the western region of El Salvador, Central America. It covers an area of 232.02 square kilometers and has a population of over 130,000 inhabitants. It is bordered by the departments of Ahuachapán, Santa Ana, and La Libertad.

The city of Sonsonate is the main urban center of the department and is known for its colonial architecture, including the Santa Ana church, which was built in the 16th century. The department is also known for its production of coffee, sugar cane, and fruits such as mangoes and papayas.

Tourist attractions in Sonsonate include beaches such as Los Cóbanos and Salinitas, as well as archaeological sites like Tazumal. The department also offers a variety of cultural and gastronomic experiences, with traditional dishes such as pupusas, empanadas, and horchata being popular choices.

In terms of transportation, Sonsonate is connected to the capital city of San Salvador through the Pan-American Highway, and to other nearby cities and towns through a network of roads and highways. The department has its own international airport, located in the city of Sonsonate.