El Salvador Culture

All Souls Day El Salvador is a day when families and friends pay tribute to those who have passed away. The Day of the Dead in El Salvador is a tradition that takes place every year on November the 2nd. People throughout the country remember loved ones who are no longer alive. All Souls Day … Read more

El Tazumal El Salvador is a Maya archaeological site in Chalchuapa. The Tazumal pre-Columbian ruins are part of the impressive Chalchuapa archaeological zone. It was the first archaeological park created in El Salvador, which is among the oldest in Central American. Before the Europeans arrived in what is now known as Central America, the Mayan … Read more

Pupusas are thick hand-made tortillas from El Salvador; they are made of corn or rice flour and filled with cheese, shredded pork, beans, or Loroca flower. Pupusas are the national dish of El Salvador; they have their own National Pupusa Day, which takes place on the second Sunday in November. Pupusa is a typical Salvadoran … Read more

The El Salvador August Festival is a national holiday; it takes place from August 1st to the 6th in San Salvador. The August festivities honor Jesus Christ, the Divine Savior of the World, patron saint of the nation’s capital; the celebrations include religious events and family activities. From August 1st to the 6th, people in … Read more

Christmas in El Salvador is a holiday full of customs and traditions; it includes family gatherings, cooking unique foods, setting off fireworks, attending church, and creating nativity scenes. These Christmas celebrations are a significant part of the country’s culture and history passed on from generations. Salvadorans celebrate Christmas on the 24th at midnight. Therefore, taking … Read more

The day of the cross in El Salvador is celebrated every year on May 3rd. In homes across El Salvador, families decorate a cross made out of Jiote tree with fruits and paper ornaments. This Salvadoran tradition dates back to colonial times, and it marks the start of the rainy season or winter in the … Read more

The most popular Salvadoran drinks are Horchata de Morro, different types of Atole, Chaparro or Chicha, Pilsener beer, Chilate, and tropical juices. El Salvador drinks result from recipes from indigenous and Spanish influences that have been kept alive in El Salvador for generations. Other typical Salvadoran drinks include Kolashampan and Coconut water. Kolashampan is a … Read more