GDP Per Capita Income:
Urban: $3600-4300 annually
Rural: $2900-3250 annually
Standard workweek: 44 hours
Population: 6.5 million residents
Land Mass: Size of New Jersey
Climate: Tropical with (very) wet and dry season. Minimal variations
Language: Castilian Spanish, English and Nahua(tal)
Motto: God, Union and Liberty
El Salvador: means “the Savior” but prior, was named Cuscatlan, a name originating to 2000 B.C.
Exchange currency (Colon): Hovers around Colon 73C to One USD.
Best kept secret: Playa El Tunco
Dinner out in the capital city
Tax and tip for two people, (non-alcoholic drinks) $35-45.00 USD
National Dish: Pupusa
Most popular destinations: Tazumal Mayan ruins, La Laguna Botanical Garden, Museum of the Revolution, Lake Coatepeque
Did you know?
El Salvador is the first country in the world to legalize the concept of bitcoin currency. It is the only Central American country to not have a coast on the Caribbean side. Playa Libertad and El Tunco region (Pacific Coast) have world-class surfing spots including opportunities to watch surfers perfecting their skills.