San Andrés
La Libertad, El Salvador
Classic Period (600–900 AD)
About San Andrés
San Andrés was the largest pre-Columbian city in the Zapotitán Valley and likely a regional capital. Its acropolis and plazas show strong Maya influence, and the excellent on-site museum illustrates the site's role in the broader Mesoamerican trade network.
Highlights
- Acropolis with multi-level platforms and stairways
- Main plaza with central ceremonial mound
- Excellent on-site museum with ceramics and figurines
- Evidence of strong Classic Maya cultural influence
- Located in the fertile Zapotitán Valley
Best Time to Visit
November to April, easily combined with Joya de Cerén nearby