Customs and Traditions
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July Festivities in Santa Ana El Salvador. Get to know them today!
El Salvador is a small country with only 21,000 square kilometers; however, this small nation is full of customs and traditions that showcase the country’s heritage. The Santa Ana July festivities or Fiestas Julias de Santa Ana is one of these celebrations worth experiencing. The festivities in Santa Ana El … Read more
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Explore the Flowers and Palms Festival in Panchimalco, El Salvador: Discover the Vibrant Traditions
The Flowers and Palms festival in Panchimalco is a yearly celebration on the first weekend of May. The festival coincides with the arrival of El Salvador’s rainy season and is a mixture of Catholic Christian traditions and pre-Columbian customs. During this colorful weekend, the town of Panchimalco becomes even brighter … Read more
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The Day of the Cross in El Salvador: A Celebration of Faith and Heritage
The Day of the Cross in El Salvador is celebrated yearly on May 3rd. It is a beloved Salvadoran tradition where people adorn crosses made from Jiote trees with fruits, flowers, and paper ornaments, symbolizing faith, heritage, and community celebration. This Salvadoran tradition has pre-Hispanic and Christian roots that date … Read more
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Expo Mango El Salvador Ichanmichen! The Ideal Event to Enjoy Tasty Mango Foods, Drinks, and Sweets
Experience the allure of the Expo Mango El Salvador event at the Ichanmichen Recreational Park in Zacatecoluca. The Expo Mango offers culinary delights and mango varieties with cultural festivities that showcase the nation’s rich agricultural heritage and culinary expertise. The Expo Mango El Salvador is a family-oriented yearly event organized … Read more
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The 11th Jocote Baron Rojo Festival in San Lorenzo, Ahuachapan, Is Set for Sunday, April 7, 2024
As it has occurred 10th times before, the San Lorenzo district in the Ahuachapan North municipality will hold its traditional Jocote Baron Rojo festival; the 11th Jocote celebration will be on Sunday, April 7, starting at 8:00 AM at the municipal plaza. Jocote Baron Rojo is one of the two … Read more
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Holy Week in El Salvador: A Vibrant Celebration of Faith and Tradition
Holy Week in El Salvador is one of the most celebrated cultural traditions of the country; it is a time that Salvadorans use for prayer, reflection, and gratitude. These festivities are also a time to get together with family and friends to enjoy the celebrations. Easter week in El Salvador … Read more
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Sensuntepeque With the Largest Street Carpet in El Salvador During the Procession of the Holy Burial
Creating street carpets for the Holy Burial procession on Good Friday is one of the most symbolic traditions in El Salvador’s Holy Week celebrations. The highly decorated street rugs during Holy Week are one of the traditions and expressions of faith that many Salvadorans still keep alive, specifically in cities … Read more