Sights & landmarks in San Salvador

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  • travelchica0
    New Jersey95 contributions
    If you have 5 minutes make sure you peek your head in! If you have an hour - its such a beautiful and unique church to explore. It was unlike any other church I have been in. I would consider this a must see!
    Written 7 March 2023
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  • rtln
    California132 contributions
    This site lacks the drama of the grand pyramid sites of Mesoamerica, but it illustrates the life in smaller villages and farms of the Mayan and post-Mayan civilizations. The pyramids in El Salvador are mostly buried. I found particularly interesting the layers and layers of ash that delineate the eruptions which continually interrupted the development of the towns in this area. Joya de Cerén is different from Pompeii, in that the people all fled before the volcano erupted. The only skeleton that was found was that of a duck.
    Written 26 February 2023
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  • WhiteMouseBurrow
    Moscow, Russia2,343 contributions
    An impressive monumental building, it cannot be said that it is an architectural masterpiece, but it makes an impression. Unfortunately failed to get inside.
    Written 13 March 2020
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  • The World is My Oyster
    Orlando, FL19,511 contributions
    This was definitely the spot to be at night, as there were so many restaurants and bars everywhere. The atmosphere was very cool, and it felt safe all around.
    Written 4 December 2020
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  • Julio E
    Littleton, CO33 contributions
    Love this place, used to come here when i was little, now i was able to enjoy the beauty and uniqueness of the park and the food as well.
    Written 10 January 2020
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  • Jeff K
    Pittsburgh, PA1,635 contributions
    We stopped here with our bilingual tour guide. We then had to take a tour with one of the Palace’s guide who only spoke Spanish but was translated by our guide. It worked out well although it would have been a waste without our tour guide translating.

    The tour was a little long but we liked it. I would recommend if you’re nearby and speak Spanish or have someone with you who can translate.
    Written 25 January 2023
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  • Anita
    3 contributions
    To visit the site of the assassination of Saint Oscar Romero and to hear of great his concern for social justice even unto giving his life for the poorest citizens of his country was extremely moving!
    Written 7 January 2019
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  • The World is My Oyster
    Orlando, FL19,511 contributions
    Really neat design, with a Gothic look about it. Reminded me of some of the churches in Prague and Budapest. The inside is also really pretty with some great artwork. They also have the head of Jesus from a statue that crumpled down during their last major earthquake.
    Written 4 December 2020
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  • LolaGo1
    Washington DC, DC5,820 contributions
    It was difficult. to walk to this church as both sides of the small street leading to to it have vendors selling their stuffs. In addition there are motor vehicles driving by plus carts of goods being pushed,

    At the center of the altar is a statue of Jesus hanging up on a cross. There are two side altars with religious
    statues. I soid my prayers here and braved my way back to my hotel.
    Written 15 December 2022
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  • LolaGo1
    Washington DC, DC5,820 contributions
    Located infront of the Cathedral, it is always busy with people. It has the statue of Barrios riding on a horse. It was around Christmas time when I visited so the decorations are related to Christmas. There are benches to sit down, take a break and just watch people go by.
    Written 14 December 2022
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  • The World is My Oyster
    Orlando, FL19,511 contributions
    We drove by the monument but couldn't stop by as they were setting up for a Christmas event happening later that evening. Nonetheless, the monument is beautiful with Jesus sitting on top of the World.
    Written 4 December 2020
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  • tomc0523
    Raleigh100 contributions
    This is a beautiful old church in a good neighborhood of San Salvador. Attended 5pm Saturday mass with the local congregation who were all very nice and welcoming.
    Written 22 June 2018
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  • LolaGo1
    Washington DC, DC5,820 contributions
    Having walked for about an hour while visiting attractions at the city center, I took a short break here. There are benches to sit down and enjoy the moment.

    The tall monument has a statue of an angel standing on the globe, statue of a lion, plus some inscriptions. Note that this plaza is located across from the Church of the Rosary or Iglesia del Rosario.
    Written 14 December 2022
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  • mikebrownnz
    Cardiff, UK1,082 contributions
    El Salvador has a tradition of relatives decorating graves with flowers and other decorations and the Cementerio de Los Ilustres is the pinnacle of this.

    It isn’t on the same level as the Recoleta in Buenos Aires but it’s definitely heading in that direction with some impressive family and individual vaults as well as highly decorated smaller ones.

    It’s not a “must do” but it should be on your list if you have more than one full day in San Salvador
    Written 7 March 2020
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  • The World is My Oyster
    Orlando, FL19,511 contributions
    This definitely got my attention, as this is all about the 12 year Civil War that decimated this small country nation. The monument is several large plaques that have everyones name who was killed or die throughout these suffering times. Reminded me a bit of the 9/11 memorial in NYC.
    Written 4 December 2020
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