The main takeoff is close to a dangerous rock which often sticks out of the water, and has caused injuries. Surfing is good on all tides, although low tide probably produces more barreled waves. The wave form of this break is unusual in that it often breaks at a slight angle to the shoreline, hitting it slightly squarely, creating powerful and fast walls. It can be difficult to get outside in large swells, and the rocky shoreline is notorious for its difficult entry. Further down the point are a few other breaks, including next to the cemetery and in the town itself. These are less crowded and can produce waist-high waves on occasions, but the world-class section of the point is far outside of town. Other surf spots in the region include: Conchalio, La Paz, San Diego, El Zunzal, La Bocana, and El Zonte. The Pier El Puerto de La Libertad was the first port built in El Salvador. It has evolved into a fishing boat port, a farmers market, and a tourist attraction. Two newer ports in the country have replaced it economically, La Union and Puerto de Acajutla. The original pier was built in 1869, but over time the structure deteriorated and was replaced by a modern structure, which underwent a major renovation in 2003. Fishing boats are lowered into the ocean by a crane located at its end. Local fishermen sell their catch of the day here; seafood on display includes a variety of fish such as snapper, tuna, and rays, as well as squid, shrimp, lobster, blue crabs (popularly known as "jaibas"), clams, and scallops. During the 2001 series of earthquakes the pier was partially damaged; the damaged section was reconstructed and reinforced. Transportation Several freeways connect the city of La Libertad with the rest of the country, among these are: CA-4 or Carretera al Puerto - Connects to San Salvador CA-2 or El Litoral - Connects to Sonsonate, Zacatecoluca, Ahuachapán, and to the international airport. Other freeways and roads connecting with La Libertad non-directly are: CA-5 - detour to CA-2 connects to San Salvador CA-11 - detour to CA-2 connects to San Julian, El Salvador CA-12 - detour to CA-2 connects to Acajutla, Santa Ana & Sonsonate CA-15 - detour to CA-2 connects to Ahuchapan CA-6 - detour to CA-2 connects to Santa Cruz, El Salvador References Municipalities of the La Libertad Department (El Salvador)