{"id":7903,"date":"2021-11-23T03:22:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-23T03:22:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/elsalvadorviajar.com\/en\/?p=7903"},"modified":"2022-11-23T00:39:52","modified_gmt":"2022-11-23T00:39:52","slug":"apaneca-such-a-beautiful-as-impressive-village","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elsalvadorviajar.com\/en\/villages\/apaneca\/","title":{"rendered":"\u25b7 APANECA \u00bb What to see and do in this magical town"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The best place to share a family vacation in El Salvador<\/strong> is in the town of Apaneca<\/strong>, located in the department of Ahuachap\u00e1n.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is an extraordinary tourist destination<\/strong>, with a climate ranging from cool to cold, since the village is considered the highest in Salvadoran lands, which greatly favors the cultivation and production of coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Apaneca Data<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Country:<\/th>El Salvador<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Department:<\/th>Ahuachap\u00e1n<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Category:<\/th>Villages<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Route:<\/th>Route of the Flowers<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Surface:<\/th>45,13km\u00b2<\/td><\/tr>
Population:<\/th>8.597<\/td><\/tr>
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Location of Apaneca<\/p>\n\n\n

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Location of Apaneca, Ahuachap\u00e1n.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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History and Characteristics of Apaneca<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first references to Apaneca<\/strong> appeared in 1550. For years its location changed from one department to another. Since 1869 it has belonged to the department of Ahuachap\u00e1n.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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What to see in Apaneca in Ahuachap\u00e1n. Photo by Randal Sheppard. Flickr.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Although it was formerly known as San Andr\u00e9s de Apaneca<\/strong>, in the Nahuatl language, its name means river of winds, and in 1893 it received the title of the village.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its geographic location<\/strong>, more than 1400 meters above sea level, it is the highest town in the country. It is located 100 kilometers from the Salvadoran capital<\/strong>, and approximately 8000 souls populate these places.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Apaneca coffee. Photo by Maren Barbee. Flickr.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Its inhabitants, the Apanecos, are dedicated to cultivating coffee<\/strong>, considered one of the best in Central America<\/strong>. There is even an exciting production of handicrafts, represented by toys and valuable artifacts, either in wood or clay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to see and visit in Apaneca<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Walking through the few streets that make up the town of Apaneca<\/strong>, we are surprised by the silence and tranquility breathed here.<\/p>\n\n\n

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What to see in Apaneca. Church of San Andr\u00e9s Ap\u00f3stol. Photo by Jenny Salita. Flickr.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

It is a beautiful place with cobblestone streets, white one-story houses, and tile roofs in most of them; the climate is delightful, even if it is sunny<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the center of this charming town is the Church of San Andr\u00e9s Ap\u00f3stol<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The old building was built in 1798 and remained standing until 2001 when a powerful earthquake caused severe damage<\/strong>. Since that date, it has been under reconstruction. However, today it shows us its beautiful fa\u00e7ade in impeccable white, with colonial details.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Apaneca on the Route of the Flowers. Photo by Diego Brito. Flickr.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

A few steps away is the recently inaugurated Plaza R\u00edo de Viento<\/strong>, which leads to commercial spaces where you can eat or have a snack and buy typical souvenirs made in Apaneca.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apaneca’s Patron Saint Festivities and Gastronomy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The celebration of the patron saint festivities<\/strong>, in honor of San Andr\u00e9s Apostol<\/strong>, takes place between November 21 and 30 and begins with the traditional parade of the mail.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Apaneca Coffee in El Salvador. Photo by migo medina. Flickr.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

The election of the queen takes place, but also an old tradition, the meeting of the three patron saints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It happens when the neighbors carry the images of their patron San Andr\u00e9s<\/strong>, who goes to meet San Pedro Ap\u00f3stol and Santiago<\/strong> in the middle of the processions. It is the moment for the apanecos to thank for the favors received.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Views from Apaneca. Photo by Metztli. Wikimedia Commons.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

The delicious gastronomy<\/strong> invites tourists to taste simple but delicious dishes such as Indian chicken soup, roasted chicken, fried beans with curd, and divine pupusas<\/strong>. Remember that we are in coffee lands, so it is impossible not to taste tasty coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nearby places to visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Among the charms that Apaneca offers is the Route of Flowers<\/strong>, of which this town is part for its scenic beauty. Therefore, there are many options for ecological and natural tourism.<\/p>\n\n\n

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What to visit in Apaneca. Albanian Labyrinth. Photo by ElSalvadorViajar.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

The Albanian Labyrinth<\/strong> is very close to the historic center, formed by thousands of cypress trees; the goal is to enter and look for the exit or the way to get to the center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s go inland, approximately 4 kilometers<\/strong>. We arrive at Laguna Verde, the crater of an ancient volcano, surrounded by a misty forest full of cypress trees, apart from the varied fauna and coffee crops.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Green lagoon in Apaneca. Photo by ElmerGuevara. Wikimedia Commons.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Likewise, the archaeological findings of Finca Santa Leticia, part of the Mayan Route of El Salvador<\/a><\/strong>, have been fascinating since they consist of 3 fragments called Los Tres Gordiflones<\/strong>, formed by pieces of round stone where human characteristics have been sculpted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are less than 3 km from Apaneca<\/strong>, and it is believed that they belonged to some Mayan rite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, 3 km from the town center, it is located in the crater of an extinct volcano, the Hoyo de Cuajusto<\/strong>, from which you have great views of the country’s west.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We can also hike to Tunco de Monte to observe the wildlife in its splendor.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Places near Apaneca, what to visit. Don Juan Waterfalls. Photo by ElSalvadorViajar.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

And 10 kilometers from the town are the Don Juan Waterfalls<\/a><\/strong>, spectacular waterfalls up to 35m high and hidden in the municipality of Jujutla. A relaxing place for the sound emitted by the waterfalls<\/strong>, where we can also take a refreshing bath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you have already seen, Apaneca is a paradise worth visiting<\/strong>, especially for those interested in bio-tourism or taking a few days to rest from everyday life and reconnect with life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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