Key facts
Population, area, government, currency and the economy.
6,029,976 People counted in the 2024 census
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About El Salvador
About El Salvador
Key facts, history, public holidays, business etiquette, culture, food and the people who shaped the country.
About El Salvador
About El Salvador
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History
From Cuscatlán to the peace accords and today.
1821 Independence from Spain, 15 September
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National days and public holidays
The paid holidays for 2027 and the national days.
11 National paid holidays a year
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Business hours and etiquette
Office hours, meetings, titles and practical tips.
8:00–17:30 Usual private-sector office hours
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Culture and traditions
Festivals, faith, language and heritage.
2025 Flowers and Palms inscribed by UNESCO
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Food
Pupusas, tamales, regional dishes and coffee.
2005 Pupusa declared the national dish
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Famous Salvadorans
Romero, Salarrué, Dalton, Alegría, Llort and more.
2018 Óscar Romero proclaimed a saint
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Universities
All 24 universities on a map, with 2024 enrolment.
41 Higher education institutions
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Plan Your Time in El Salvador
The departments and cities, and the companies that can help you settle in, in the InvestSalvador.com directory.