Suchitoto is the colonial capital and the original location of El Salvador’s capital. It’s my favorite part and the highlight of the country. This charming town is in the department of Cuscatlán, 51 kilometers (31.7 miles) outside of the capital, San Salvador. Surrounded by dense jungles and a massive lake, it’s a city with a […]
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A Colonial Paradise: Antigua, Guatemala
Antigua is a paradise for travelers in search of active volcanoes and colonial architecture. I might even go as far as putting Antigua as the number one highlight in a visit to Guatemala. I was completely blown away by everything this beautiful place has to offer. The picturesque city is in a valley with three […]
A Colonial Charm in Puebla, Mexico
Puebla, Mexico is the largest city and the capital, of the state that has a colonial charm and the same name, Puebla. During colonial times the city was known as Puebla de Los Angeles (Puebla city of Angles) and is still referenced as such today. In 1987 Puebla was named a UNESCO World Heritage site. […]