El Salvador is sadly the most neglected country in Central America, as many backpackers along the Gringo Trail tend to skip the tiny country on their way to Nicaragua. But after my visit, El Salvador proved that it has a plethora of beaches, volcanoes, delicious foods, and friendly people that put it in league with the rest of the Central American countries.
El Salvador's tale is that of a country once marred by warfare and corruption that has enjoyed a drastic turnaround in recent years. But the rest of the world has yet to get the memo.
For more on my adventure to El Salvador click HERE.
Due to a campaign to stop violence against women, many houses in Lake Suchitoto, El Salvador have the stencil of the Motmot with the words "In this house we want a life free of violence against women".
The beautiful lake and mountains in Lake Suchitoto, El Salvador.
A stop sign made of buttons.
A women peering out of the window in Lake Suchitoto.
Political demonstration for the FMLN party.
A man and his horse outside of the La Palma Hotel.
Many fruit stands can be found along the streets.
One of the many brightly colored murals.
Murals are painted all along the streets in La Palma. The art is inspired by local artist Fernarndo Llort.
The buses are all electric colored, equipped with sound systems.
Women making pupusas. The national food of El Salvador.
A boy in the streets.