When to Visit
by Ken_Weaver
So when is the best time to visit? The rainy season is May to October, rates on hotels are generally lower, its cooler at night, the beaches are less crowded but you get heavy rain for an hour or so everyday in the afternoon or evening. During the dry season, of course, no rain but it very hot especially at night and dusty. Last time I was in El Salvador, 2002, was in July and we left the city to go south to the beach ...Costa del Sol(see travelogue on El Salvador page) The beautiful hotel was literally empty as was the beach yet the weather was wonderful...about 85F unless it was raining which it did every evening!
Santa Tecla Hacienda
by mikey_e
This former hacienda, located in the city of Santa Tecla, just outside of San Salvador, is a great little piece of quiet and relaxation. It is frequently the scene of minor cultural events (local bands and art exhibitions), which are complemented by a small café that operates inside the house. It has been restored (there was, undoubtedly, some damage during the last earthquake), with beautiful tiles in many of the rooms. This is a perfect photo opportunity for anyone looking for traditional Colonial architecture in a spot safer than the core.
Grilled Steak or Chicken
by CLillard about La Pampa Argentina
They have great grilled Argentinian steaks (called churrasco) or grilled chicken here. They also have some interesting fruit juices that you may want to try. I think one of the drinks I tried was black berry juice.
Tomb of Oscar A Romero
by MalenaN
In the crypt under the cathedral is the tomb of Archbishop Oscar A Romero. His grave has got a bronze sarcophagus and in the wall behind are graves of other archbishops. This place is often visited by pilgrims and it was also visit by Pope John Paul II on his visit to El Salvador.
When Oscar A Romero became archbishop in 1977 he was known to be quite conservative, but that soon changed. One of his close friends, a Jesuit priest, was killed by the military death squads and it also became more violent in the country. Romero started to criticise government repression. His sermons were broadcast in radio and he talked about justice and human rights.
Romero was assassinated in 1980 while he held a mass in the chapel of Hospital La Divina Providencia. To his funeral more than 250 000 mourners came. During the funeral fire was opened and several people were killed.
Club Atami
by CLillard
Very peaceful place with hammocks underneath little huts. The view is overlooking a black sand beach (volcanic Beach). I think this is a private club. They have a pool, picnic areas, they will serve/sell you food.
Approximately 15mins along the coast from La Libertad going toward Guatemala, is Club Atami set on a cliff-top overlooking two beaches. It has two swimming pools, a 60 metre water slide and a restaurant. Entry costs $7.00 per person and you can hire a cabaña (thatched shelter with hammocks and table) for $2.50. Waiters then bring food and drinks. A double room for the night (basic but clean with fan) costs $20.00. There is access to both beaches from the club and they have surfable waves. Take your passport to get in as a “visitor”. Or you can get a tour guide to take you there. Inter Tours http://www.viajero.com.sv will take you there for a full day trip, $50 per person.
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An interesting bird on the seeder
Grand entrance to the mall
Spanish-style grill in Santa Tecla
View of the Hacienda from the Park
