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Source: www.viajeros.com
The Salvadorian territory is very complex in the geological aspect, its reliefs and hydrographical basins, evident in the varied contrast of the territory. In particular, it may be said that El Salvador is mountainous and undulated, located in one of the areas of greatest seismic activity of the region; so it's known as the "Valley of the Hammocks." Its climate is varied: hot and humid on the coasts and low lands, moderate in the middle region and cold in the high regions, with a rainy season that normally occurs between the months of May and October. El Salvador dotes tourists an ideal landscape to enjoy the holidays in open air. The country is so small it permits establishing yourself in the capital and knowing the interior areas in short trips during the day. Over 300 kilometers of beach, colorful lakes, rivers and shiny swimming pools are a source of satisfaction for everyone aspiring to perform any aquatic activity. Many beaches have the characteristic of keeping their original condition, its virginity, offering paradisiacal scenery, true reflection of the treasure hidden in El Salvador .El Salvador is a land of craftsmen, whose creations go from textiles in natural fibers, such as, Henequen and yarn, and very coveted paintings and clay articles, pottery, leather and wood. Visitors may acquire these souvenirs at crafts market, ceremonial centers or directly in the towns where they are elaborated. At 70 minutes of San Salvador you get to La Palma , between pine trees, rivers and mountains, over 80 workshops produce the colorful crafts in pottery, clay, and wood; craftsmen are very clever and profit those materials in their environment to create with them true works of art. Seeds, flowers and dry fruits, even metallic refuse are transformed into curious objects, impregnated with the feeling of a people that are modern but at the same time conserve their cultural identity. Other places with colorful craftworks are Ilobasco and Nauhizalco. The pottery from Quesaltepeque and Ilobasco, are mostly miniatures in ceramics and clay, as well as leather products; Nahuizalco is popular for the manufacturing of wicker articles.
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