Piscinas de Aguas Termales (Ahuachapán)

The thermal pools of Ahuachapán are natural geothermal springs near the departmental capital of Ahuachapán in western El Salvador's most thermally active zone, where bicarbonate- and sulphate-rich water surfaces from the same geothermal reservoir that powers the Ahuachapán Geothermal Complex — one of the oldest geothermal electricity facilities in the Americas, generating power since 1975. The thermal pools, developed for public bathing, allow visitors to directly experience the geothermal energy that powers a significant portion of El Salvador's electricity supply in a country committed to expanding its renewable energy base. The colonial city of Ahuachapán, with its 18th-century churches, traditional market culture, and position as the gateway to the scenic Ruta de las Flores, provides an excellent base for exploring the region's thermal heritage.