Together with Honduras, El Salvador is one of the most visited countries in mainland Central America. The country has long suffered from its bad reputation. Where countries such as Guatemala and Nicaragua are rapidly becoming more popular, El Salvador lags behind, which is a shame because it is one of the most underrated countries on the continent.
El Salvador is a relatively unknown destination in Central America. Ask anyone to name one place in this country and most don’t go beyond San Salvador. The country has also long suffered from a bad reputation, fortunately, that is changing. El Salvador is increasingly appearing on the radar of international travelers and given the impressive sights of El Salvador, that is not surprising. Part of the reason why El Salvador is an upcoming destination is due to the positive attention the country has been receiving in the media since the current president Bukele started to make a few drastic decisions, such as making bitcoin legal tender, reducing homicide rates and heavily investing in the tourism industry. The country has become a lot safer throughout the years and El Salvador is receiving visitors with open arms.
The sights of El Salvador are among the most pristine places in Central-America. There are hardly any travelers (yet) and you’ll often have the entire place to yourself. This is expected to change in the near future, which is more than justified given the beauty of the country, the hospitality of the people and the fascinating culture and history of El Salvador.
El Salvador is small, easily accessible and easy to get around, has beautiful beaches, great surfing spots, colonial cities, impressive volcanoes and pristine national parks. It has everything to become one of the most popular destinations in Central America, especially now since security has drastically improved.
There is a lot to see when you’re traveling in El Salvador. A great advantage to traveling to El Salvador is that the country can be visited in a relatively short time and that there’s a wide variety of activities. One day you can stroll through colonial villages and in the afternoon book a surfing lesson on the beach. The country has many volcanoes which offer great hikes, great beaches with laid-back atmosphere such as El Tunco, cozy villages such as those on the Ruta de las Flores and the largest Mayan pyramid in the world at Tazumal. Yes, El Salvador has a lot of interesting places, but the people and the local atmosphere are what make El Salvador really worth it. It is therefore difficult to say which are the best sites in El Salvador. Here are some highlights for your trip to El Salvador, which should definitely be on your program.
Tazumal
Close to the border of Guatemala you will find the impressive Mayan ruins of Tazumal. They are the most important and best-known Mayan ruins in El Salvador. If you have already visited several Mayan ruins, you will notice that Tazumal is relatively small. Yet here is the largest pyramid in Central America. It is one of the biggest attractions in the country, but still hardly visited!
El Tunco
Playa el Tunco, located on the Pacific Ocean, is the place for beach lovers. Surfers from all over the world have been coming here for years because of the perfect sea to surf in. It has much more to offer than the surfing waves. Relax on the beaches, enjoy the lively nightlife in the evening or taste the authentic atmosphere that this surfing village has to offer!
Ruta De Las Flores
The Ruta de las Flores is a beautiful road along all kinds of colorful villages. You can enjoy delicious food here, visit the many markets and score souvenirs. You will also find beautiful waterfalls, viewpoints and coffee plantations in the area. It is not surprising that this route is driven by many tourists!
Suchitoto
Suchitoto is described as the cultural capital of El Salvador. The city is about 50 kilometers from San Salvador. If you like culture and architecture, you should not miss Suchitoto. The colonial buildings are beautiful and a tour of the city is definitely recommended.
San Salvador
San Salvador is the capital of El Salvador. Surrounded by inactive volcanoes and beautiful landscapes, this is the perfect start to your trip through El Salvador. This versatile city has a lot to offer, but there is also a lot to experience in the area.
Playa Esteron
You should not miss this beautiful beach on the border of Nicaragua when you travel through El Salvador. The beach is quiet and travelers hardly ever go there. The dark sand on the long beaches is a bit reminiscent of El Tunco. Playa Esteron is another pristine piece of El Salvador!
Don’t wait too long to travel to El Salvador, because the sights of El Salvador are becoming increasingly popular. Have a look at our travel itineraries and if you want to book a tour to El Salvador! And yes, for those who are looking to book a tour to El Salvador with Bitcoin, we accept Bitcoin!
