El Salvador
Americas · Central America
- Capital
- San Salvador
Famous for
- Animal Torogoz
- Food Pupusa
- Festival Fiestas Agostinas
- Landmark Santa Ana Volcano
- Sport Football
Three facts
Country
Joya de Cerén was a farming village buried by volcanic ash around AD 600, preserving everyday life in place.
Capital: San Salvador
San Salvador's western edge climbs onto a volcano whose El Boquerón crater sits above the city.
Flag
El Salvador's flag coat of arms packs five volcanoes, five flags, a rainbow and a liberty cap into one emblem.
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