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According to the organization Citizen Council for Public Safety and Criminal Justice, San Salvador has not been one of the top 50 most dangerous cities in the world since 2019. Being out of the top 50 most dangerous cities is great for San Salvador, considering that San Salvador had been part of the list since … Read more

Yes, despite all the crime and violence, which doesn’t affect tourists, El Salvador is safe for tourists to visit. Despite having a high crime rate, El Salvador is not dangerous for travelers. Crime in El Salvador has declined and is isolated to specific areas that tourists will never enter. Nevertheless, visitors still need to be … Read more

El Salvador coffee is and has been a big part of the nation’s history and culture. Since its introduction in 1779, the cultivation of these beans has impacted the history and economy of the country. El Salvador coffee production is vital to the Salvadoran economy; it creates jobs and produces export revenue. Traditionally a large … Read more

In 2019, the rate of poverty in El Salvador was 22.8%. In 2020, because of the pandemic, it grew to 26.2%. In 2021, El Salvador’s poverty rate is expected to increase even more. The country’s GDP declined by -8.58% in 2020; this drop will impact the number of people living in poverty in El Salvador … Read more

The volcanoes in El Salvador range from towering stratovolcanoes such as Izalco, Santa Ana, San Vicente, and Chaparrastique; to eroded volcanoes resembling a mountain such as Guazapa and Cerro Verde. El Salvador is called the land of volcanoes because it has 170 volcanoes in its territory and lies in the Pacific Ring of Fire, one … 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 best beaches in El Salvador are La Costa del Sol, El Cuco, El Tunco, La Libertad, El Zonte, San Diego, El Sunzal, Los Cobanos, El Espino, and El Majahual. Also, Las Flores, Barra de Santiago, Punta Roca, and Mizata. El Salvador beaches are fantastic for surfing or relaxing with family or friends. El Salvador … Read more