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Marijuana in El Salvador

Marijuana in El Salvador. Is Marijuana Legal in El Salvador?


Is weed legal in El Salvador? No, it is not. Salvadoran laws say that it is illegal to produce, sell, and carry any kind of marijuana product in El Salvador, either for medicinal or recreational purposes. Weed is illegal in … Read more

Imposible National Park El Salvador

El Imposible National Park El Salvador. Great for Ecotourism!


El Imposible National Park in El Salvador is the largest national protected area in the country. It is located at a high elevation in the department of Ahuachapan, between the municipalities of Tacuba and San Francisco Menendez. This fantastic natural … Read more

Trash problem in El Salvador

Opinion: The trash problem in El Salvador. It can’t be ignored anymore!


The trash problem in El Salvador is an issue that has been around for years and continues to grow. Over 60% of urban areas have problems with trash in sidewalks, vacant lots, parks, empty fields, and alleys. Garbage is one … Read more

Highways in El Salvador

What are the Main Highways in El Salvador?


The main highways in El Salvador are the Pan-American highway (CA-1) or Carretera Panamericana, the Litoral Highway (CA-2) or coastal highway, and the North Longitudinal Highway or Carretera Longitudinal del Norte. These highways are the main arteries that connect major … Read more

Milena Mayorga at the White House.

Milena Mayorga, Salvadoran Ambassador to the United States


Milena Mayorga is the current Salvadoran ambassador to the United States. Previously, Mayorga served as a deputy at the Legislative Assembly representing San Salvador; she won her legislative seat in the 2018 elections. Before becoming a politician and now ambassador … Read more

Off-the-beaten-path El Salvador

El Pital El Salvador, the highest point in the country.


El Pital El Salvador is one of the most beautiful and one of the most visited natural parks in El Salvador. It is located in the department of Chalatenango, near the colorful towns of San Ignacio and La Palma. This … Read more

Religion in El Salvador

Religion in El Salvador. What are the main religions in El Salvador?


Religion is a big part of El Salvador’s history and culture. 41.9% of Salvadorans are Roman Catholic, 35.9% are Evangelical Christians, 19.9% have no religious affiliation, 1.3% are Jehovah’s Witnesses, and 0.9% belong to other religions; according to a March … Read more