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, Religion ...
WebMay 17, 2024 · 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. By the end of the 20th century, however, the service sector had come to dominate the …
Salvador | History, Culture & Attractions | Britannica
WebMar 22, 2024 · Salvador, city, major port, and capital (since 1889) of Bahia estado (state), northeastern Brazil. It is the country’s third largest city. Salvador is situated at the southern tip of a picturesque, bluff-formed peninsula that separates Todos os Santos Bay, a deep natural harbour, from the Atlantic Ocean. The city has a hot tropical climate ...
22 things to know before going to El Salvador - Lonely Planet
WebSep 23, 2022 · 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 …
Salvador, Bahia - Wikipedia
WebSalvador is a Brazilian municipality and capital city of the state of Bahia. Situated in the Zona da Mata in the Northeast Region of Brazil, Salvador is recognized throughout the country and internationally for its cuisine, music, and architecture.
El Salvador Facts | Britannica
WebFacts. Also Known As. República de El Salvador • Republic of El Salvador. Head Of State And Government. President: Nayib Bukele. Capital. San Salvador. Population. (2024 est.) 6,351,000.
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 country profile - BBC News
Web13 February. El Salvador, the most densely-populated state on the mainland of the Americas, is a small and highly-industrialised country. In the 1980s, El Salvador was ravaged by a bitter civil...
El Salvador - World Factbook Glyph
WebMay 15, 2024 · 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 is beset by one of the world's …
El Salvador - The World Factbook
WebDec 22, 2021 · Introduction. 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.
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