Quelepa
San Miguel, El Salvador
Classic Period (1 AD – 1000 AD)
About Quelepa
Quelepa was a major pre-Columbian center in eastern El Salvador, associated with the Lenca people rather than the Maya. Its distinctive platform mounds and a unique U-shaped ball court illustrate cultural connections reaching into Honduras and beyond.
Highlights
- Over 37 platform mounds spread across a large site
- Unique U-shaped ball court
- Lenca cultural tradition distinct from western Salvadoran Maya sites
- Evidence of connections with Honduran archaeological cultures
- Rarely visited, offering an authentic experience
Best Time to Visit
November to April