Nuevo Edén de San Juan facts for kids
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Nuevo Edén de San Juan
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Municipality
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 Nuevo Edén de San Juan
Location in El Salvador
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| Country |  El Salvador |
| Department | San Miguel Department |
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| • Total | 24.4 sq mi (63.1 km2) |
| Elevation | 407 ft (124 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 3,020 |
Nuevo Edén de San Juan is a small town in El Salvador. It is a municipality located in the San Miguel department. About 3,020 people live there.
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Geography and Climate
Nuevo Edén de San Juan is located in the northern part of El Salvador. It shares borders with several other places. To the north, it borders the country of Honduras. To the east, it borders San Gerardo. To the south, it borders Sesori, and to the west, it borders Dolores.
The municipality is divided into 7 main areas called cantons. These cantons then have 53 smaller villages. The main town of Nuevo Edén de San Juan is about 800 meters (2,625 feet) above sea level. It is located about 50.6 kilometers (31.4 miles) northwest of San Miguel, El Salvador.
The total area of the municipality is 63.1 square kilometers (24.4 square miles). The weather here is generally warm. The area gets a lot of rain each year, usually between 1,600 and 1,800 milliliters.
Plants and Soil
The area has many plants typical of a subtropical rainforest. Some of the common trees you might see are:
- Cognac trees
- Laurel trees
- Jicaro trees
- Quebracho trees
- Various fruit trees
The soil in the town is mostly made of litosols and red clay. There are also many rocky surfaces, especially around the rugged mountains.
Economy and Trade
Local Products and Industries
The people of Nuevo Edén de San Juan grow many different crops. These include basic grains like corn and beans. They also grow sesame, various vegetables, and fruits.
Farming animals is also important here. People raise cattle and pigs. They also have poultry farms for chickens and practice beekeeping for honey. Fishing is another activity in the area.
The main industries in the town are making pottery and dairy products. Local businesses trade with nearby municipalities. These include San Gerardo, San Luis de La Reina, and Sesorí.
Transportation and Connections
The town of Nuevo Edén de San Juan is connected to other towns by paved roads. One road leads to San Gerardo. Another road connects it to the city of El Triunfo, which is in the Usulután Department. There is also a bridge that connects the town to Dolores.
Tourism
Nuevo Edén de San Juan has some interesting places that visitors enjoy. These include:
- La Cascada El Salto: This is a beautiful waterfall.
- Poza La Bruja: This is a natural pool.
Culture and Festivities
Town Celebrations
The town celebrates its patron saint, San Juan, every year. These special festivities are held on June 23 and 24.
See also
In Spanish: Nuevo Edén de San Juan para niños
