San Salvador, the first land sighted and visited by Christopher Columbus, is the easternmost fringe of the beautiful Bahamas Islands. Columbus named this island as ‘San Salvador’ which means Saint Savior in Spanish. From the looming volcano peak to pristine sandy beaches, San Salvador is a perfect destination for vacation for adventure seekers as well as relaxation and peace seekers. Strolling through the San Salvador’s streets, visitors can still feel the old city charm.
San Salvador- Culture as Rich as its Beauty
Introduction to San Salvador- The City of Exuberance and High Spirits
San Salvador, the city has an extensive history, with origins dating back to the time of Spanish conquest and Pipil tribes. The city often called as ‘Valley of the hammocks’ due to its regular earthquake activities. Being the capital city of El Salvador, it contributes to one third of El Salvador’s population and more than fifty percent of entire country’s wealth.
History of San Salvador- Glance into Chronicles of San Salvador
San Salvador is a city cranking with energy and one of the largest cosmopolitan centre of El Salvador. The city has founded in 1525 by Pedro de Alvarado and it has rebuilt and changed its location two times in 1528 and 1545. San Salvador used to be capital of Central America from 1834. However, after independence of El Salvador it has been renowned as a capital of El Salvador.
Economy of San Salvador - Get an Eyeful of Financial Health
The San Salvador economy has evolved from conservative fiscal management and free market initiatives. It includes the privatization of electrical distribution, public pensions, banking system, telecommunications and electrical distribution. Over the years, the liberated market conditions has given strong focus on the elimination of price controls, reduction of import duties and reinforced intellectual property rights.
