El Salvador - Wikipedia
WebEl Salvador, officially the Republic of El Salvador, is a country in Central America. It is bordered on the northeast by Honduras, on the northwest by Guatemala, and on the south by the Pacific Ocean. El Salvador's capital and largest city is San Salvador. The country's population in 2023 was estimated to be 6.5 million.
El Salvador | History, Flag, Map, Population, Capital ...
Web4 days ago · El Salvador, country of Central America. El Salvador is the smallest and most densely populated of the seven Central American countries. Despite having little level land, it traditionally was an agricultural country, heavily dependent upon coffee exports.
22 things to know before going to El Salvador - Lonely Planet
WebJan 30, 2024 · 1. Enjoy both a city and beach vacation. El Salvador is about 8000 sq miles (21,000 sq km) – roughly the same size as fellow Central American country Belize – yet highly ecologically diverse. This combination makes a five-night trip encompassing the capital city of San Salvador and the Pacific coast (about a 45-minute drive away) entirely …
El Salvador - World Factbook Glyph
WebApr 16, 2024 · Background. El Salvador achieved independence from Spain in 1821 and from the Central American Federation in 1839. A 12-year civil war, which cost about 75,000 lives, was brought to a close in 1992 when the government and leftist rebels signed a treaty that provided for military and political reforms.
El Salvador Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WebDec 19, 2023 · El Salvador, the smallest and most densely populated country in Central America, shares its borders with Guatemala to the northwest, Honduras to the north and east, and the Pacific Ocean to the south. It encompasses a total area of approximately 21,041 square kilometers (8,124 square miles).
El Salvador Facts | Britannica
WebFacts. Did You Know? Although El Salvador is the smallest country in Central America, it is the most densely populated. The U.S. dollar is El Salvador's official currency. Photos. National anthem of El Salvador. See All Images, Audio and Interactives →. Topics.
history of El Salvador - Encyclopedia Britannica
WebApr 5, 2024 · Bounded by Honduras to the north and east, by the Pacific Ocean to the south, and by Guatemala to the northwest, El Salvador is the smallest and most densely populated country in Central America.
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