El Salvador is home to an impressive number of volcanic formations, with a total of 23 volcanoes. Out of these, 6 are classified as active volcanoes. These active volcanoes are:
- San Miguel (Chaparrastique)
- San Salvador
- Izalco
- San Vicente
- Tecapa
- San Miguel
Each of these volcanoes has had eruptions in the last few centuries, making them significant in the context of geological activity in the region. The presence of so many active volcanoes makes El Salvador one of the most volcanically active countries in the world. The country’s governmental and geological institutions closely monitor these volcanoes to ensure safety and prepare for potential eruptions.