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El Salvador Expects More Than 145,000 Tourists During Holy Week 2026
According to the Salvadoran Ministry of Tourism, El Salvador is preparing to receive an estimated 145,000 international visitors during the Holy Week period—March 28 to April 5, 2026. The projection surpasses last year’s total of 139,000 foreign arrivals during the … Read more
Los Talcigüines of Texistepeque: A Unique Holy Week Experience of Tradition, Faith, and Culture
Every year on Holy Monday, Texistepeque’s famous Talcigüines—men dressed in red—take to the streets, whipping both locals and visitors as part of a ritual meant to cleanse sins. This striking tradition, rooted in the Santa Ana Norte municipality, reflects El … Read more
San Salvador, the Capital City of El Salvador, No Longer Among World’s Most Dangerous Cities
For years, San Salvador, the capital of El Salvador, was synonymous with urban violence. Rampant gang activity, widespread extortion, and one of the world’s highest homicide rates defined daily life in the capital city. San Salvador frequently appeared on the … Read more
The 50 Most Violent Cities in the World: 39 Cities Located in Latin America
Seventeen of the 50 Most Violent Cities in the World are located in Mexico. Colombia ranks second with eight cities, followed by Ecuador with seven. Brazil and South Africa each have six cities on the list. The United States has … Read more
5 Reasons to Visit El Salvador’s Capital City: Discover and Explore Vibrant San Salvador
San Salvador, the capital of El Salvador, blends history, culture, and modern city life beneath a dramatic volcanic landscape. From vibrant markets and museums to world-class food and nearby natural escapes, this city is worth exploring. It’s no secret that … Read more
Central America Homicide Rate in 2025: Honduras Recorded Highest Rate Again
Violence in Central America has long been a prevailing issue, impacting the region’s social fabric and economic development. This ongoing issue continues to threaten the region’s stability and the well-being of its people. In the 2025 Central America Homicide Rate … Read more
Caribbean Homicide Rate Remains Among the Highest Despite Mixed Trends
According to InSight Crime’s 2025 Homicide Round-Up, about 11,000 people were killed in the Caribbean last year, resulting in a median homicide rate of 34.0 per 100,000 individuals. The Caribbean countries with the lowest homicide rates in 2025 were the … Read more