Cara
Triangulation Station, Ahuachapán
El Salvador
Cara
The triangulation station Cara is located in the municipality of Ahuachapán, in the western region of El Salvador. It is situated at an elevation of approximately 1,700 meters above sea level, making it one of the highest points in the area.
The station is an important landmark for geodetic and surveying purposes in El Salvador. It is part of a network of triangulation points that have been established throughout the country to accurately measure and map the land.
Cara is easily recognizable due to the presence of a concrete pillar, typically painted in white or orange, which serves as the marker for the station. The pillar is inscribed with the name "Cara" and displays the coordinates and elevation of the spot.
The station offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, which is characterized by rolling hills, agricultural fields, and patches of forest. It is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts who wish to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
In addition to its surveying significance, the triangulation station Cara also serves as a point of reference for local communities and tourists. It is frequently used to determine locations and distances within the region, and its prominence makes it a recognizable landmark for navigation purposes.
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Cara is a triangulation station in Ahuachapán, El Salvador. It has an elevation of 8 meters above sea level. Information correct as at Friday 25th September 1998.
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///torn.inversions.sessions. Near San Francisco Menéndez, Ahuachapán
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Cara Data
| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Id | 3764953 |
| Name | Cara |
| Asciiname | Cara |
| Alternatenames | |
| Latitude | 13.76722 |
| Longitude | -90.05556 |
| Feature Class | S |
| Feature Id | TRIG |
| Country Id | SV |
| Cc2 | |
| Admin1 Code | 01 |
| Admin2 Code | |
| Area Id | SV.01 |
| District Id | SV.01. |
| Admin3 Code | |
| Admin4 Code | |
| Population | 0 |
| Elevation | 6 |
| Dem | 8 |
| Timezone Id | America/El_Salvador |
| Modification Date | 1998-09-25 |
| What3words | torn.inversions.sessions |
| What3words Place | San Francisco Menéndez, Ahuachapán |
| Feature | triangulation station: a point on the earth whose position has been determined by triangulation |
| Timezone | America/El_Salvador SV GMT -6.0 |
| Country | Americas Latin America and the Caribbean Central America El Salvador |