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Cojutepeque

Cojutepeque (Spanish pronunciation: [koxuteˈpeke]) is the capital city of El Salvador's Cuscatlán department. It also served as the capital of San Salvador during several years. It also serves as the administrative centre for the surrounding municipality of Cojutepeque. Its population is estimated at 70,000 people with about 85% living in the urban areas of the municipality.The Pan-American Highway connects Cojutepeque with San Salvador 33 km away.Its height is 850 meters above sea level; it enjoys a pleasant climate. Its nickname is "City of the Mists".The name Cojutepeque is derived from the Nahuatl words for "at the hill of the coyotes". It received the title of city in 1846. The ancient churches of San Juan Degollado, San José and San Sebastián can be found in the city.

Country/Region: El Salvador

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