| "> | | | | singer ), Jean-Claude Killy ( 1968 Olympic champ ), |
| The Country of Your Life! | | | | Shakira ( Colombia's singer ), Susan Strasberg ( |
| El Salvador is considered one of the main countries | | | | actress ), and Leon Uris ( author ). |
| with most activity and history in Central America, a | | | | Indeed San Salvador is one of the loveliest places in |
| fascinating region in the Americas. From San Salvador, | | | | Latin America. It is home to some of the best hotels, |
| the capital city of the country, to Ahuachapan and | | | | restaurants, discos, and famous sports venues. In |
| Santa Ana, El Salvador is a place of friendly people | | | | addition to offering excellent dinning and nightlife, SS is |
| and beauty, where there are several historical and | | | | a city of art and culture. |
| natural wonders. | | | | San Salvador, the biggest city in the nation, is a very |
| You may think that El Salvador - it is called sometimes | | | | lively city with rich history, traditions and culture, where |
| "the Switzerland of the Americas or "the country with | | | | you can find some of the best museums and galleries |
| a smile" -- is one of the largest nations in Latin | | | | in Central America. |
| America, but that isn't true. It is smaller than New | | | | The David J. Guzman National Museum, for example, |
| Hampshire. However, in many aspects, it is unique in | | | | presents archeological evidence of the various cultures |
| the Americas. ES, for example, has more rivers per | | | | in the country -From Pokamanes, Lencas, to Chortis |
| square mile than many European nations and | | | | and Pipiles. The splendor of ancient El Salvador! The |
| American states. Here you can also see 200 kinds of | | | | collection includes many world-class sculptures: The |
| orchids! | | | | legendary Gran Estela de Tazumal, the Chac-Mool, the |
| Despite its size, El Salvador has several wildlife | | | | Casa Blanca, the Disco Solar de Cara Sucia, the Xipe |
| sanctuaries. The Central American nation, for example, | | | | Toteo -- one of the most extensive in Central |
| has six national parks for the practice of ecotourism: | | | | America. This museum was founded by the president |
| The Impossible National Park, the Cerro Verde National | | | | Rafael Zaldívar in 1883. |
| Park - here you'll find 17 different types of | | | | Traditional Markets |
| hummingbirds --, the Deininger National Park, the | | | | There are several markets in El Salvador. In these |
| Nancuchimane National Park, The Laguna del Jocotal | | | | markets you can buy almost anything. Because of this, |
| National Park and El Bosque Nebuloso de Montecristo. | | | | several tourists visit the markets. From six in the |
| Certainly each place is better than the other, and each | | | | morning to midday, every day, Salvadorans, for |
| one is a national symbol of El Salvador. Places like the | | | | example, sell fresh fish, lines, herbs, candy, towel and |
| Campana San Andres Pyramids, The Panchimalco | | | | tropical fruit. As well as shoes, shirts and souvenirs, |
| Village, La Costa del Sol, The Ruins of Tazumal, The | | | | you can buy coffee, shrimps and popusas - the most |
| Cerro Verde National Park and Lake Ilopango ( the | | | | famous local food ( corn-meal cakes stuffed with |
| country's largest freshwater lake ) are just a few of | | | | chopped meat, beans and spices ). There's also |
| them. In addition to this, here there's one of the latest | | | | Indigenous craft -- Salvadoran serapes, paintings, |
| archaeological discoveries in world -- The Joya of | | | | kitchenware, and big vases. |
| Ceren, one of the wonders of the Americas and the | | | | Joya de Ceren -- The Pompeii of the Americas |
| most visible physical legacy of the civilization Mayan on | | | | Would you like to visit El Salvador's largest open-air |
| El Salvador. | | | | museum? Well, you can visit Joya de Ceren, one of |
| This country has got the lot -- from exotic restaurants, | | | | the wonders of the Western Hemisphere. Here you |
| luxury hotels, notable museums, and churches to | | | | can see a magnificent collection of Mayan art, ( |
| statues and clubs. | | | | ceramic materials, bowls, sculptures, amulets and other |
| El Salvador is one of Latin America's most stable and | | | | objects ). Located only 30km to the northeast of San |
| peaceful nations. This Central American nation is a | | | | Salvador, it -- also known as "the Pompeii of the |
| democratic country since 1984. Because of this, ES is | | | | Americas" -- was discovered in 1976. This enigmatic |
| destination of choice for tourists and business | | | | wonder has captured the attention of tourists. |
| travellers alike. | | | | Joya de Ceren was a Mayan farming village. Their |
| Since the 1990s El Salvador became one of the major | | | | function in the economy of this huge area was some |
| trading destinations in Central America, particularly for | | | | ways comparable to that of the Egyptians in North |
| tourists from the United States and Europe. The | | | | Africa. In 600 AD, Laguna Caldera erupted, destroying |
| national government used much of the country's | | | | the Mayan city of Ceren. This wonder was declared |
| economic resources to help make one of Latin | | | | Cultural Heritage of Mankind by UNESCO in 1993. |
| America's popular tourist centers. | | | | These ruins has sent positive messages about El |
| Dazzling San Salvador | | | | Salvador's tourism, culture and history across the |
| The growth of San Salvador as a tourist destination | | | | world. |
| came in the 1970s when it hosted two international | | | | The Land of Volcanoes |
| events. | | | | El Salvador is home to some of Latin America's most |
| El Salvador, a Hispanic nation since 1821, made the | | | | spectacular volcanoes -- many of them are extinct. |
| world headlines when San Salvador provided the | | | | Here you can see more than 25 volcanoes, including |
| setting for the 1975 Miss Universe pageant. This | | | | Izalco, Santa Ana, San Miguel, Usulutan, Tecapa, |
| telecast attracted one of the largest audiences in | | | | Conchagua and San Vicente. The largest volcano is |
| television in America in 1975, and given ES a huge | | | | San Miguel (6,994 feet high), but the most famous is |
| boost in marketing itself to the world. Before that year, | | | | Izalco, which is one of the world's most beautiful |
| only five other cities did it -- Long Beach ( California, | | | | volcanoes. Between 1770 and 1957 Izalco began one |
| US ), Miami ( Florida, US ), Athens ( Greece ) and | | | | of the largest eruptions in history. The Izalco volcano is |
| Manila ( Philippines ). Thanks to its friendly atmosphere, | | | | the natural wonder that best symbolizes El Salvador in |
| exotic wonders and rich history, San Salvador was | | | | the world. |
| chosen as host city of Miss Universe 1975. SS was | | | | Los Chorros |
| elected on the basis of the detailed report and | | | | Located a few hours from Nueva San Salvador, this |
| presentation made by the MUO's Evaluation | | | | park is a tropical paradise, with palm trees, coconut |
| Commission for the 1975 Miss Universe Pageant. | | | | trees, fruit trees and other exotic plants. It charms |
| Months later, San Salvador 's beauty contest success | | | | outsiders for its waterfalls and swimming pools. Within |
| inspired the Mexican government to submit an official | | | | it tourists find comfort, peace, tranquility and |
| bid to the Miss Universe Organization to host the 1978 | | | | personalized services. All these characteristics make |
| Miss Universe. | | | | Los Chorros the perfect place to visit and explore. |
| In 1977, another important landmark was passed when | | | | The Miss Universe 1975 Swimsuit Photo Shoot was |
| SS hosted the Softball World Championships. Other | | | | held in Los Chorros. |
| memorable event were the Central American Games. | | | | La Costa del Sol |
| Certainly San Salvador possesses recognized | | | | Costa del Sol is beloved by foreign tourists for its |
| know-how in organizing international events. During | | | | amazing beaches, water sports and tropical |
| these international events, many people had the | | | | landscapes. The weather is perfect for beach holidays. |
| chance to enjoy the Salvadoran hospitality, the rich | | | | Here you can go swimming or just relax. Certainly it is |
| history and the charm of the capital. | | | | an excellent place for relaxing with an interesting |
| In 1975 Ernest Borgnine, who went on to win one | | | | magazine and a coffee cup. The coffee is so good |
| Oscar and to appear in huge Hollywood films like | | | | here that many people think that the best coffee in the |
| "Marty " ( 1955 ), "McHale's Navy" ( 1962 ), "All Quiet on | | | | world is from El Salvador! |
| the Western Front" ( 1979 ) and "All Dogs Go to | | | | Costa del Sol is also indeed a perfect place for sports |
| Heaven : The Series" (1999), visited San Salvador. But | | | | lovers. Fort water lovers there is snorkeling, sailing, |
| Borgnine isn't the only American star who visited this | | | | surfing -- it's a popular sport among foreign and natives |
| city. Top entertainers -- from every field of music and | | | | - and deep sea fishing.It is a very lively beach, where |
| cinematography, Broadway-caliber plays, culture, etc -- | | | | there are many snack bars, seafood restaurants and |
| and star athletes have visited San Salvador, including | | | | plenty nightlife. |
| Marcel Marceau ( mime artist ), Sarah Vaughan ( | | | | |