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Which pre-Columbian archaeological sites are found in El Salvador?
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El Salvador is home to several significant archaeological sites that provide insight into the region's pre-Columbian history. These sites date back to the period before the arrival of the Spanish in the 16th century, when the territory was inhabited by various Indigenous peoples, including the Pocomam, Chortí, Lenca, and the Pipil.12
The notable pre-Columbian archaeological ruins found in El Salvador include:
- Tazumal12
- Pampe12
- El Trapito12
- San Andrés12
These sites serve as important remnants of the complex civilizations that occupied the area prior to European contact.12