San Salvador is a prominent hub and Capital of El Salvador in Central America. It forms the epicenter of the country's political, economic, cultural, educational, and financial center. The Metropolitan region of San Salvador comprises the capital and is the abode of several important buildings of the state functioning and also the official residence of the President of the Republic. The city boasts magnificent and spellbinding edifices depicting Spanish heritage and San Salvador's historic architecture showcasing Baroque, Eclectic, Gothic, Neoclassical, and Renaissance masterpieces. The place has predominant museums that feature artworks dating back to the 19th Century. The museum displays exhibits of artworks by internationally renowned artists like Picasso, Rembrandt. and Salvador Dali.
San Salvador was founded in 1525 and served as the capital of the colonial province of Cuscalan and later as the capital of the United Provinces of Central America. Devastated by earthquakes in 1854, 1873, 1917 and 1986 and by floods in 1934, still, it has vehemently risen every time to its present modern avatar, as a thriving, bustling, happening, and a futuristic city. San Salvador is also home to the Catholic Archdiocese along with many more branches of Christianity like the Evangelicals, Baptists, Pentecostals, Latter-day Saints, Jews, and a small set of Muslims. Because of its topographical location and its amenities, San Salvador has in the past been host to many regional and international sporting, social, and political events. This really sets the capital apart from the other Latin American cities.
Bus, Rail, Taxi
Cleanliness-High, Efficiency-High
Bus: $0.60 per hour for adults
Taxi: $4 per km
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Water Bottle | USD 1.00 |
Cup of Coffee | USD 3.00 |
Milk Carton Pack | USD 1.00 |
Rice/Kg | USD 2.00 |
White Bread | USD 2.00 |
Eggs (12) | USD 2.00 |
Combo Meal | USD 5.00 |
Fine Dining | USD 30.00 |
Bottle of Coke or Pepsi | USD 1.00 |
Domestic Beer | USD 2.00 |
Imported Beer | USD 3.00 |
Bottle of Wine | USD 12.00 |
Cigarettes (20 Pack) | USD 3.00 |
Taxi ( 1 km ) | USD 3.00 |
Ticket in local transport (Single way). | USD 0.00 |
Rent ( One Bed Room) | USD 470.00 |
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San Salvador is vivacious in the night with an ample number of activities to choose from. The clubs have karaoke to entertain the visitors. The music traverses from Salsa to various other forms. Every night club offers a unique and trendy experience with DJ's dancing to the music in synchrony. The wonderful music ranges from house to hip hop which is enthralling and enticing for dance. Some of the bars exude extravagant atmosphere with delectable cuisines and ambiance that are a delight to be in for experiencing the ecstasy of the night. The restaurants and cafes offer an enticing, romantic scenario with candlelight dinners and excellent music. If you are trying to woo your sweetheart, here's where you need to be as the magic of it all will just make things happen.
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Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport - SAL
Ilopango International Airport - ILS
Start Tariff: USD 5.00
1 Km. Tariff: USD 4.00
1 Hour Waiting Tariff: USD 12.00
Monthly Average Temperature & Rainfall
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