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🇸🇻 El Salvador: A One-Day Guide to San Salvador

Escaped the cold for Thanksgiving in this underrated gem—volcanoes, lakes, beaches, hot springs, rainforests & ruins all packed into one tiny country! Starting with the capital: San Salvador in 24 hours. 🌆 Why Just One Day? El Salvador is small (cities are ~1hr apart), and the capital is more about historic charm than endless sights. Perfect for a laid-back walking tour! 🍴 First Stop: Pupusas in Olocuilta 📍 20 mins from the airport → Hit the roadside stalls for pupusas (national dish: stuffed corn tortillas). Cheap & delicious! 🏙️ Downtown Walking Route (All Within Strolling Distance): 1️⃣ Plaza Morazán – Heart of the city. 2️⃣ Teatro Nacional – Grand 19th-century theater. 3️⃣ Catedral Metropolitana – Iconic cathedral. 4️⃣ Palacio Nacional ($5, closed Mon) – 30-min tour of this ornate palace. 5️⃣ Biblioteca Nacional – China-built modern library (stark contrast to colonial vibes). 6️⃣ Plazas Libertad & Gerardo Barrios – Historic squares. 7️⃣ Iglesia El Rosario ($2) – "Rainbow Church" with stained-glass magic. 8️⃣ Mercado Ex-Cuartel – Quirky crafts market. 🛍️ Extra Stops: 🎁 Mercado Nacional de Artesanías – Souvenir central. 🌳 Parque Cuscatlán – Central park (great for people-watching). 🗽 Divino Salvador Monument – The city’s landmark statue. 🍸 Zona Rosa – Nightlife/dining hub. 🌋 Day 2 Bonus (30 Min Drive): El Boquerón National Park – Hike to a volcanic crater ($1 entry, $2 parking). 📌 Pro Tips: ✅ Safety: Stick to daytime exploring, avoid flashing valuables. ✅ Transport: Ubers are cheap & reliable. ✅ Pupusas 101: Try revueltas (cheese+beans+pork) or loroco (edible flower). #ElSalvador #SanSalvador #CentralAmerica #OffTheBeatenPath #TravelGuide #SoloTravel #PupusasForLife 🌎✨

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🇸🇻 El Salvador: A One-Day Guide to San Salvador

Escaped the cold for Thanksgiving in this underrated gem—volcanoes, lakes, beaches, hot springs, rainforests & ruins all packed into one tiny country! Starting with the capital: San Salvador in 24 hours. 🌆 Why Just One Day? El Salvador is small (cities are ~1hr apart), and the capital is more about historic charm than endless sights. Perfect for a laid-back walking tour! 🍴 First Stop: Pupusas in Olocuilta 📍 20 mins from the airport → Hit the roadside stalls for pupusas (national dish: stuffed corn tortillas). Cheap & delicious! 🏙️ Downtown Walking Route (All Within Strolling Distance): 1️⃣ Plaza Morazán – Heart of the city. 2️⃣ Teatro Nacional – Grand 19th-century theater. 3️⃣ Catedral Metropolitana – Iconic cathedral. 4️⃣ Palacio Nacional ($5, closed Mon) – 30-min tour of this ornate palace. 5️⃣ Biblioteca Nacional – China-built modern library (stark contrast to colonial vibes). 6️⃣ Plazas Libertad & Gerardo Barrios – Historic squares. 7️⃣ Iglesia El Rosario ($2) – "Rainbow Church" with stained-glass magic. 8️⃣ Mercado Ex-Cuartel – Quirky crafts market. 🛍️ Extra Stops: 🎁 Mercado Nacional de Artesanías – Souvenir central. 🌳 Parque Cuscatlán – Central park (great for people-watching). 🗽 Divino Salvador Monument – The city’s landmark statue. 🍸 Zona Rosa – Nightlife/dining hub. 🌋 Day 2 Bonus (30 Min Drive): El Boquerón National Park – Hike to a volcanic crater ($1 entry, $2 parking). 📌 Pro Tips: ✅ Safety: Stick to daytime exploring, avoid flashing valuables. ✅ Transport: Ubers are cheap & reliable. ✅ Pupusas 101: Try revueltas (cheese+beans+pork) or loroco (edible flower). #ElSalvador #SanSalvador #CentralAmerica #OffTheBeatenPath #TravelGuide #SoloTravel #PupusasForLife 🌎✨

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