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San Salvador

Inside the National Palace
San Salvador

March 13th 2011
San Salvador... The capital. Why go there? Generally, capitals in Central America are best avoided. They are polluted, dangerous, ridden with poverty and don't have a lot to attract the tourists. However, my guide-book seemed rather positive about this one and having met quite a few people (in Santa Ana) who were from, or living in San Salvador, they all recommended that I paid it a visit. This, ... read more
Central America Caribbean » El Salvador » Central » San Salvador

Salvadoran Flag El Salvador achieved independence from Spain in 1821 and from the Central American Federation in 1839. A 12-year civil war, which cost about 75,000 lives, was brought to a close in 1992 when the government and leftist rebels signed a treaty that prov... ... read more
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