Tazumal
An ancient regional center with a 24-meter pyramid and over a thousand years of history.
Diagonal 5th East Street, Cuje Street, Chalchuapa, Santa Ana
About Tazumal
Tazumal is the most visible monumental pre-Hispanic architectural complex in El Salvador. Its main structure reaches approximately 24 meters in height and was expanded in different stages over several centuries. The tour allows visitors to observe pyramids, ceremonial platforms, and remnants of a ball game. The Stanley H. Boggs Museum complements the visit with artifacts and explanations about Tazumal and other archaeological sites in Chalchuapa.
Details
Hours
Mon closed Tue-Sun 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Admission
$1 – $5 USD
Brief History
The Tazumal complex developed approximately between the years 200 and 1200 A.D. During the Classic period, from 200 to 900 A.D., it reached its peak importance as a regional and ceremonial center of Maya tradition. Its buildings were repeatedly expanded and maintained connections with populations from Guatemala, Honduras, and central Mexico. After the year 900, new Nahua and Mesoamerican influences emerged, until the activity of the complex declined around 1200.
Location & Map
Diagonal 5th East Street, Cuje Street, Chalchuapa, Santa Ana
Visit Tips
Entrance: $1 for Salvadorans, $3 for Central Americans and resident foreigners, $5 for non-residents. Residents of Chalchuapa, students with valid ID, people with disabilities, seniors, and children under 12 enter for free.
Open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed on Mondays.
The guided tour lasts from 35 to 45 minutes and is conducted in groups of up to 15 people. Large groups and schools can reserve a visiting day through the park administration.
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