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Usulután
Usulután Volcano
Usulután Volcano
Flag of Usulután
Flag
Coat of arms of Usulután
Coat of arms
Location within El Salvador
Location within El Salvador
Country  El Salvador
Created
(given current status)
1865
Seat Usulután
Area
 • Total 2,130.4 km2 (822.6 sq mi)
Population
 • Total 366,040
 • Density 171.817/km2 (445.005/sq mi)
Time zone UTC−6 (CST)
ISO 3166 code SV-US

Usulután is a special area in El Salvador called a department. It's like a state or a big county. The main city and capital of this department is also called Usulután. This department was officially created a long time ago, on June 22, 1865.

Usulután is famous for its beautiful natural spots. It is home to the lovely Jiquilisco Bay and the important Port El Triunfo, which is a port city.

Towns and Cities in Usulután

The Usulután department has many different towns and cities, each with its own unique character. Here are some of them:

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