Opinions and Blogs
Salvadoran Catholics Mourn Pope Francis While Honoring the Legacy He Left in El Salvador
The news of Pope Francis’s death has resonated worldwide, but few places feel the loss as profoundly as El Salvador. Devoted Salvadoran Catholics view Pope Francis’s passing not just as the end of a papacy but as the loss of … Read more
Joya de Ceren Archaeological Park in El Salvador: A UNESCO Maya Village Preserved in Volcanic Ash
The Joya de Cerén Archaeological Park in El Salvador, often dubbed the Pompeii of the Americas, was a pre-Columbian Maya farming community located in the Zapotitan Valley in the department of La Libertad. Located just 38 kilometers from downtown San … Read more
Sensuntepeque Good Friday Carpet: El Salvador’s Vibrant Path of Faith and Tradition
One of the most symbolic traditions of El Salvador’s Holy Week celebrations is the colorful street carpets created nationwide for the Holy Burial procession on Good Friday. The highly decorated street rugs during Good Friday are one of the traditions … Read more
Nayib Bukele: El Salvador’s Controversial and Popular President
Nayib Bukele, a businessman-turned-politician, has been President of El Salvador since 2019. He rose to power by promising to combat corruption, reform the political system, and tackle the nation’s gang crisis. After five years in office, Bukele remains extremely popular … Read more
Celebrate Palm Sunday in El Salvador: Five Towns to Visit & the Traditions You’ll Experience
Palm Sunday in El Salvador, also known as Domingo de Ramos, marks the beginning of the Holy Week—it commemorates Jesus’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem. The day includes the traditional blessing of palms, a procession, and the Palm Sunday Mass consisting … Read more
Playa Los Cobanos El Salvador: A Beach With Gentle Waves, Coral Reefs, Marine Life, and Local Charm
Playa Los Cobanos El Salvador is home to Central America’s largest Pacific coral reef. This unique reef system supports diverse marine life, including various coral species, fish, and other sea creatures. Los Cobanos Beach lies within a protected natural area, … Read more
La Palma in Chalatenango: El Salvador’s Colorful Mountain Town of Art and Culture
Tucked away in the northern hills of El Salvador, near the Honduran border, lies a colorful little town that bursts with creativity: La Palma, Chalatenango. La Palma in Chalatenango is a small town known for its handcrafted objects made of … Read more
Surf City El Salvador: Positioning Salvadoran Beaches as a Top Tourist Destination
Surf City El Salvador is a government-created tourism project aimed at increasing tourism to El Salvador, making the country a top tourist destination, and changing the world’s perception of the country. Surf City highlights the amazing Salvadoran surf spots, stunning … Read more
The Most Dangerous Places In El Salvador in 2025: Ranked by Homicide Rates
Over the last few years, El Salvador has made tremendous strides in security improvement. The country has gone from one of the most dangerous in Latin America to one of the safest—if not the safest. As of today, the country’s … Read more