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What is the Best Time to Visit El Salvador? Deciding on the Best Time to Explore El Salvador!
El Salvador is a beautiful country boasting an array of attractions, from pristine beaches and picturesque volcanic landscapes to vibrant small towns with a rich cultural heritage. While the country offers diverse attractions throughout the year, understanding the best time to visit El Salvador can enhance your experience and ensure … Read more
Reggaetón, the Latin American ambassador to the world
Being on the photo cover of Time magazine is something that very few public figures in any field achieve; much less in a language other than English, and from a Latin musical genre. But that was exactly what Bad Bunny achieved in March 2023. A month earlier, the Puerto Rican artist starred in the opening ceremony of the Grammy Awards. Bad Bunny, ‘el conejo malo’, was the Latin …Read more
Trial of the El Mozote massacre could change El Salvador’s history
The arrest of Roberto Antonio Garay Saravia, a former Salvadoran Army officer by American authorities, could add fuel to the El Mozote massacre case. It has been over 41 years since this dreadful massacre happened, and Salvadorans are still waiting to know what transpired and who did it. The massacre case was reopened in 2016 after 35 years of … Read more
Top 15 things to do in San Salvador, the capital city of El Salvador
The best things to do in San Salvador are to explore the historic district, visit the National Cathedral, learn about the country’s history at the National Palace, taste the local gastronomy, explore the iconic plazas, go shopping at the local markets, visit a museum, and enjoy the nightlife. SEE ALSO: … Read more
International Women’s Day in Mexico City: A demonstration shrouded in sorrow
March 8 is undoubtedly one of the key dates for feminist movements throughout the world. The significance of this date stems partly from a deeply tragic event, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in New York in 1911, which claimed the lives of 146 workers. Most of these were immigrant women who had campaigned for improved working conditions that would enable them to combine their jobs with … Read more
Tamara Taraciuk of HRW wants international leaders to speak up against Bukele’s security policies
March 27, 2023, marked the first anniversary of the Salvadoran State of Exception that negates some constitutional guarantees and has resulted in the arrest of over 66,000 people. The controversial measure has been extended over 11 consecutive times. The Bukele security measure has the approval of most Salvadorans; however, local … Read more
Should you visit San Salvador, El Salvador’s capital city?
It is not a secret that most people that visit El Salvador do it because of its excellent beaches, the colorful small towns, and natural spots like volcanoes. Only a few people venture to the smallest country in Latin America specifically to visit the nation’s capital. But should you visit … Read more
