Parque Cuscatlán welcomes at least 780,000 annual visitors. This Sunday marked the 85th anniversary of Parque Cuscatlán, celebrated in a festive event organized by the Parque Cuscatlán Foundation (FUNDAPARC) and the Municipality of San Salvador, with support from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Glasswing International, and other partners of Parque Cuscatlán.

Mayu Ferrufino, director of the Parque Cuscatlán Foundation, highlighted the importance of urban parks as invaluable assets for any city. "Parque Cuscatlán not only provides green spaces for relaxation and recreation but also promotes the physical and mental health of the population, fosters social cohesion, and preserves urban biodiversity," expressed Ferrufino.

Meanwhile, Cleark Villatoro, park administrator on behalf of the Municipality of San Salvador, emphasized the relevance of Parque Cuscatlán as a "green treasure in the heart of the city," which has provided moments of joy and well-being to entire generations of Salvadorans. During the park's 85th-anniversary celebration, visitors enjoyed a variety of activities such as rock climbing, clown shows, plant-seeding workshops, and face painting. With over 780,000 visits per year, Parque Cuscatlán continues to be a sanctuary for Salvadoran families, a place to share, play, and enjoy amidst the city.

City Symbol

Opened on March 1, 1939, Parque Cuscatlán has been an emblematic symbol in the heart of the city, reflecting the historical and cultural development of San Salvador. With its French Neoclassical design, the park has been a recreational space for Salvadoran families, offering moments of leisure and connection with nature over the years.

The park holds two UNESCO blue seals for the Monument to Memory and Truth and the National Exhibition Hall "Salarrué," solidifying its status as an important historical and cultural heritage of the city. In an effort to promote social integration and equality, as well as the right to the city and the need for accessible public spaces, Parque Cuscatlán underwent a remodeling process between 2017 and 2019. This renovation, made possible by contributions from The Howard G. Buffett Foundation, USAID, the Municipality of San Salvador, and Glasswing International, culminated in its reopening on September 17, 2019, revitalizing its role as a green lung amidst the urban landscape.

Parque Cuscatlán is a recreational space of approximately 71,000 square meters, housing over 900 trees of different species. The venue welcomes around 780,000 visitors per year.