The San Salvador Volcano

The San Salvador Volcano, also known as Quezaltepeque or El Boquerón, is a stratovolcano situated northwest to the city of San Salvador. The crater has been nearly filled with a relatively newer edifice, the Boquerón volcano. San Salvador is adjacent to the volcano and the western section of the city actually lies among its slopes. Due to this close proximity, any geological activity of the volcano, whether eruptive or not, has the potential to result in catastrophic destruction and death to the city. El Picacho, the prominent peak is the highest elevation (1,960 meters, 6,250 feet altitude). A lush, green landscape surrounds a crater-like formation nestled among dense foliage. An array of plant life frames the scene, adding to the vibrant natural setting.