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Jicalapa
Municipality
Jicalapa is located in El Salvador
Jicalapa
Jicalapa
Location in El Salvador
Country  El Salvador
Department La Libertad
Elevation
920 ft (280 m)

Jicalapa is a small but important area in El Salvador. It is known as a municipality. This means it's a local government area. Jicalapa is found in the La Libertad department. Departments are like states or provinces in other countries.

Where is Jicalapa Located?

Jicalapa is in the country of El Salvador. El Salvador is in Central America. You can find Jicalapa by looking at its coordinates. These are 13°33′N (north) and 89°30′W (west). This tells us its exact spot on a map.

What is a Municipality?

In El Salvador, a municipality is a local area with its own government. It's like a city or town that manages its own services. These services can include things like local roads and public spaces. Each municipality has a mayor and a local council. They work together to make decisions for the people living there.

How High is Jicalapa?

Jicalapa is located at an elevation of 280 meters (about 918 feet) above sea level. This means it's not right on the coast. It's a bit higher up, which can affect its climate and landscape.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Jicalapa para niños

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