Salvadoran customs

The Republic of El Salvador (referred to as El Salvador) has a territory area of 20720 square kilometers and a population of 6.1 million estimated in 1998), of which 89% are Indo-European, 10% are Indians, and 1% are white. Spanish is the official language. Most of the residents are Catholic, and the capital is San Salvador. El Salvador is located in northern Central America. It borders Honduras in the east and north, the Pacific Ocean in the south, and Guatemala in the west and northwest. The National Assembly is the national legislative body, the President is the head of state and government, and the Council of Ministers is the executive body of the government. The President exercises the executive power of the country with the assistance of the Vice President and the Council of Ministers. El Salvador advocates peaceful coexistence among countries, self-determination of all peoples, and peaceful settlement of international disputes. Pay attention to developing relations with the United States and Central American neighbors. Support South-South cooperation.

El Salvador's urban buildings are European Spanish-style, and most cities have central squares. Rural housing construction is similar to other houses in Central America and southern Mexico, with some brick houses and some adobe houses.

Salvador Clothing Residents of El Salvador City mainly wear suits, especially on grand formal occasions. The Indian costumes are traditional, and they like to wear their own national costumes during the holidays.

Salvadoran culture Because El Salvador was once the center of the African slave trade during the colonial period and the World Customs Network, the local area also has the mystery of Bahia. Bahia culture originated from the African slave culture of that time, and African traditional music, dance, art, food and living habits can be found and seen in the Bahia region. Specialty products: wood carving, wooden musical instruments, junco baskets, embroidery, textile art, leather products, and ceramics.

Salvadoran food The Salvadoran diet was developed based on Spanish and Indian cooking. Urban residents mainly eat Western food, with the staple food being rice, beans, corn, milk, fruits, etc. The beverages popular in urban and rural areas are Coca-Cola, beer, coffee, etc. The main local drinks are rum made from sugar cane and various flavored wines based on this wine. Imported wines are not expensive due to low tariffs.

Salvadoran etiquette When Salvadoran people meet and bid farewell, in addition to exchanging greetings, they often perform handshake and kissing. When invited to a banquet, you usually have to bring gifts. Salvadoran women do not want others to ask about her age or her husband.

El Salvador is forbidden to be careful when dealing with Salvadorans. Honduras and El Salvador are not at odds, so you should be careful when speaking. The people in this country are complex and people have a high interest in politics. Catholics avoid the number "13", especially the 13th is a Friday. On this day, no activities are held.