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El Boquerón National Park
El Boquerón National Park With a trio of peaks set around the dramatic volcanic crater of El Boqueron, the wildflower covered slopes of El Boquerón National Park make a scenic hiking spot and at less than 30 minutes drive from San Salvador, it’s a popular choice for a day trip from the capital.The
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Cerro Verde National Park
Cerro Verde National Park With its trio of volcanic peaks encircled by lush jungle, a vast network of hiking trails and the nearby crater lake of Coatepeque, the Cerro Verde National Park presents one of El Salvador’s most startlingly beautiful landscapes. The main pastime for visitors to the
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Joya de Cerén Archaeological Site
Joya de Cerén Archaeological Site A pre-Columbian Mayan farming village dating back to A.D. 600 and El Salvador’s only UNESCO World Heritage site, the impressive ruins of Joya de Cerén were discovered in 1976 and have since become one of the country’s most visited archaeological sites.Smothered by
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Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Paz
Facing Parque David J Guzmán, San Miguel’s cathedral dates from the 18th century.
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Copapase
Copapase is the most established artists cooperative in the area – it even has a small museum.
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Nuestra Señora de Asunción
This church east of Plaza Concordia has pretty azulejo floors and a stained-glass Virgin.
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Biblioteca Nacional
The imposing Biblioteca Nacional is on the south end of Plaza Barrios. It is a spacious and comfortable place to escape the hot city.
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Antiguo Teatro Nacional
A neoclassical gem which functioned as a cinema during the silent-film era and later as the Telecom headquarters and a public hospital.
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Plaza Concordia
Green gardens and palms make Plaza Concordia an agreeable stop to catch a breeze. The kiosk occasionally holds concerts and free events.
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Casa Blanca
Across the highway from the Tazumal site sits Casa Blanca, home to some Preclassic ruins and an indigo workshop where you can dye your own fabrics.
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Iglesia de Chalatenango
The Iglesia de Chalatenango, with its squat bell tower and bright chalky facade, sits on the east side of the Parque Central, a stone’s throw from the military garrison.
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Museo de la Palabra y La Imagen
This innovative museum documents various human rights campaigns through visual and audiovisual means. Black-and-white photographs complement more interpretive pieces.
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Iglesia El Carmen
Santa Anas trifecta of Catholic churches is rounded out by El Carmen, which was damaged during the 2001 quake after nearly two centuries of fortitude. Visitors are welcome.
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Parque Balboa
The pupusas here are famous in San Salvador. Can you make it to double figures?If youre not hungry, its still a pleasant place to hang out and is often filled with children.
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Centro Monseñor Romero
At Universidad Centroamericana José Simeón Cañas (La UCA), the Centro Monseñor Romero pays homage to the martyred Archbishop Oscar Romero. This is a highly informative and moving place to visit.
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Iglesia El Calvario
West from Biblioteca Nacional, and surrounded by aggressive touts, you’ll find the Gothic towers of the decaying Iglesia El Calvario. Walk inside to experience its real beauty.
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Hospital La Divina Providencia
Monseñor Romero was assassinated by government agents while giving mass in the chapel here on March 24, 1980. You can tour his modest quarters, where his blood-soaked shirt and robes are displayed.
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Museo Regional del Oriente
Opened in 2007, the Museo Regional del Oriente is in the same building as the Antiguo Teatro Nacional , on the 2nd floor. The collection of pottery and photos is meager but well thought out, and probably the best attraction in the city itself.
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Museo Nacional de Antropología David J Guzmán
This small museum has an excellent range of Maya and Olmec (pre-Maya) statues and relics from ancient Cuscatlan. The traditional crafts displays are also enlightening, especially if you plan to purchase during your visit to an artisan village. All explanations are in Spanish.
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Palacio Nacional
Built in the early 20th century of Italian marble, the Palacio Nacional was the government headquarters until the 1986 earthquake. Many of the rooms now preserve remnants of the countrys early governance, but its the courtyard that will delight most visitors. It occupies the west s
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