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San Salvador, El Salvador, Boqueron Volcano Valley,Valley Of The Hammocks, Double Cratered San Vincente Volcano, Also Known As Chichontepec, Second Highest Volcano In El Salvador, White Domed Metropolitan Cathedral Of The Holy Savior, Sunset

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Overview

Surrounded by green-tipped volcanoes, San Salvador is a handsome capital city. Its leafy suburbs are pleasant to explore on foot, and its galleries and museums stand out.

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