The largest Maya site in El Salvador, from the Postclassic period (900–1200 AD). Its name in Nahuatl means "place of women". Less visited than the other three sites — guarantees peace of mind and the place almost to yourself.
How to get to Cihuatán?
Bus to Aguilares from Terminal Norte de San Salvador, then taxi to the site. By car from San Salvador it is ~40 km.
What to combine with Cihuatán?
Suchitoto is 30 minutes away — ideal for making Mayan history in the morning and colonial culture in the afternoon.