Catholic School Center Our Lady of Peace.

Students Names: Daniela Pineda Carbajal Victor Andrs Lpez Saravia Emmanuel Ernesto Carranza Mrtir Mnica Cecilia Callejas Mrtir

Matter: English

Teacher: Flor De Mara Reyes

Grade: 9

ContenidoIntroduction.1Tourism in El Salvador.2Handicrafts of El Salvador.3Handicrafts Textiles.3Handicrafts of Tule and Mimbre.3Handicrafts of Ceramics.5Handicrafts of Wood.6Tourist Places.7

Introduction.

In this paper we want to present some of the sights of El Salvador, to publicize the importance of culture in us and follow cultivating in the next generations, so they do not go losing unique traditions and learn more El Salvador, and there are so many places you do not know and do not take the time to know what surrounds us and spend good times with family and friends.

Tourism in El Salvador.

Full of attractions to discover, El Salvador offers visitors more than 300 kilometers of coast of the Pacific Ocean, majestic volcanoes and an extensive system of national parks and reserves plus all the culture of their colonial towns and archaeological sites, vestige of past rich in history.Known as the country of short distances, El Salvador allows the tourist breakfast on the beach, lunch and dinner in town in the mountains, all in one day. An ideal place to enjoy a wonderful holiday and your local expert has everything you need destination.Handicrafts of El Salvador.

In El Salvador there are many things to discover, and foreign or other parts of the country tourists want I Remember him forever, are a way to do handicrafts. There are many types, such as textiles, the Tule, the ceramic and wood. Here are defined the most popular crafts in El Salvador.

Handicrafts Textiles.

San Vicente.

In the department of San Vicente stand out textiles San Sebastian, in the central region. San Sebastian is approximately 50 kilometers east of the city of San Salvador, the capital. In the place they are produced clothing, curtains, bedspreads, hammocks and bedspreads. to produce them pedal loom for the production of textiles are used plates of all sizes and colors . The village has six workshops renowned for their variety; in late January, the artisans take advantage of the celebration to present their products and promote the art of work and high quality. The disclosure of this tesanas are other major concern of culture center as it is a heritage that It is being lost because they are little interested in learning this art.

Handicrafts of Tule and Mimbre. Nahuizalco.It is located 6.5 kilometers north of the city of SonsonateLocated 70 km from San Salvador, its name means Four Izalcos. Nahuizalco has many indigenous and artisan tradition. It is one of the most important indigenous and crafts populations in the country. You can still see some indigenous women petticoat (traditional dress), which are dedicated to working the mat.Carpets, baskets, baskets and furniture with natural tissues like Tule flowers and wicker; they can be found in the myriad of workshops (to the edges of the streets) who always have their doors open to welcome the buyers. Nahuizalco is a strong and distant village customs. Almost 80% of the population has roots in pre-Columbian peoples born since the time of the Maya-Quich colonization.The Tule is one of the fibers used for weaving. There are two types: Tule black and Tule water. The black Tule long triangular shaped and its bark is used for weaving mats, also known as mats. The inside is called heart. It is used to make frames, carpets and others. The water Tule has its widest cortex. Mimbre is a plant fiber that is derived from a shrub of the family of willows which is woven to create furniture, baskets and other useful items. Tissue stem and branches of the plant, either through its entire thickness is used for the frame.Often a frame is made of stronger materials, after a more flexible material is used to fill the frame.Wicker is light yet sturdy, making it an ideal and inexpensive choice for furniture that will be moved often. It is commonly used in making patio furniture and porch.

Handicrafts of Ceramics.

Ilobasco.Ilobasco is a city located in the Department of Cabaas, in the Paracentral Region of El Salvador. Its population of about 61.510 people, is dedicated to livestock, corn agriculture, trade and pottery activity for which Ilobasco is best known. The territorial extension of the municipality is 249.69 km2; for administration the municipality is divided into 18 counties and 111 villages. The city is divided into neighborhoods: San Sebastian, San Miguel, the homeless, El Calvario and La Cruz.The pottery of this town is due in large part to ancient traditions and the existence of appropriate raw materials in the region. Today this profession is played by more than 80 families in urban and rural areas.On the first working especially traditional folk pottery through a rudimentary process, developing pitchers, pots, pots and griddles.

In urban areas, men, women and children are engaged in handicrafts and pottery class is different. In some cases rudimentary techniques used and other, modern techniques, to achieve an improvement in each piece.The pottery of this town is due in large part to ancient traditions and the existence of appropriate raw materials in the region...Ilobasco is a vibrant town with a rich and magical history. Located in the department of Cabaas and 54 kilometers north of San Salvador, has a population of about 79,000 inhabitants. Ilobasco The word is derived from the word Nahualt "hilotaxca," which means "soft tortilla made of corn." However, when the colonial conquest came the name changed to Ilobasco of Gilobasco and even Xilobasco. During the pre-colonial times, Ilobasco was one of the most important Indian cities of El Salvador.Handicrafts of Wood.

The Palma.Talk of La Palma in El Salvador is talk of cooler climates and variety of crafts. La Palma in Chalatenango to 84 kilometers from San Salvador and only 8 kilometers from the border El Poy that divides El Salvador to Honduras.The city was founded in 1825 and in the year 1984 was the setting for the first attempts at dialogue and peace talks between the guerrillas and the Salvadoran government. The Salvadoran war began in 1980 and lasted for a period of 12 years.There are a number of hotels where you can enjoy a peaceful weekend. The economy is based on Palma making crafts. 75 percent of its population is engaged in this field. Dozens of shops are located along the streets where materials like leather, ceramics and cotton work.Like any craft, has an artistic component, in which the carver-craftsman turns his creative talent to take a few simple tables a work of art, and other component, technical and mechanical, which must be taken into account so that the raw material answer carver efforts and achieve the result wish .For woodcarving make specialized tools such as gouges, whichever dense woods and not easily splinter used.One of the people most emblematic for his influence on the design of craftsmanship of La Palma is the Salvadoran artist Fernando Llort. Born in the city of San Salvador in 1949, he moved to the northern city of Palma during the 60s in search of a place out of everyday life where he can develop his art.Crafts seed copinol hand painted with images of everyday situations of the locals is one of the most representative crafts artist and now copied by the people of La Palma. Fernando Llort has made major exhibitions around and his most important work to date has been to paint the front of the Metropolitan Cathedral of San Salvador.

Tourist Places.

The Boquern National Park.It is situated in the crater of the volcano of San Salvador, which is within the volcanic mountain range of the department of La Libertad. This amazing place has 1.6 kilometers in diameter and 558 meters deep, reaching the second crater background.The park offers a walk through demarcated where you can appreciate the beauty of the flora cultivated in place that harmonize with pine forests that stage stunning views of the crater trails. Among the species of flora ornamental plants are identified as cartridges, hydrangeas, torches, begonias and wild sultanas. Also located fauna as armadillos, raccoons, deer, foxes, among others.Tazumal.Classic period Maya site in Santa Ana, El Salvador. A 85 kilometers from San Salvador, less than an hour drive to Chalchuapa, Santa Ana, Tazumal preserved Mayan structures of considerable size and an archaeological museum with valuable vestiges of the era including highlights Xipe Totec.Large archaeological excavations of El Salvador start at this place called Tazumal located on Chalchuapa, in the department of Santa Ana 85 kilometers from the capital.The findings suggest that most Tazumal site occupancy occurred around the Classic period.

National Palace.Located in the historic center, this architectural treasure house, since the nineteenth century, and incredible characters that were most momentous events in the political history of El Salvador.Initially, this palace was built from 1866 to 1870 and a strong fire destroyed structures on December 19, 1889.Inside you can explore over 100 rooms where you can appreciate the majesty of its unique and unique designs. Among these are the following:Red Room: In this room celebrate cocktails and political feasts . It contains the medallions appoint the 14 departments that make up El Salvador. There are also emblematic portraits of presidents such as General Fernando Figueroa, Francisco Morazan, Francisco Menendez, Rafael Campos, Captain Gerardo Barrios and Manuel Enrique Araujo who, after his assassination in 1913, was veiled in the same place.Pink room: place where he worked the Supreme Court until 1974. In her painting that highlights the first coat is preservedI am declaring us as Salvadorans.Yellow Room: Location was the office of president until 1930. In her meetings diplomatic negotiation and hosting people from other positions were developed.Blue Room: The most important and currently retains the original 28 desks and chairs and the area was left to the national and international press who witnessed the decisions of the Legislature since 1906.

It also highlights the Jaguar Hall where you can view the conceptualization of indigenous culture through mythological elements that are reflected in its walls.Among the halls is a permanent exhibition of photographs that highlight the evolution of the National Palace from 1889 onwards.The National Theatre of San Salvador.The National Theatre of San Salvador is the oldest theater in Central America.This gem of Salvadoran culture begun in 1911 and ended in 1917 after an international competition promoted by the Salvadoran State. The winning design was the French architect Daniel Beylard.Over the years, this place has received two major renovations: during 1975-1976 and the most recent in 2004-2007 to open the doors to the public in 2008.This important building has been the scene of Italian operas, operettas, dramas, scientific conferences, charity concerts and major motion films.Its capacity is 650 seats, divided into three levels among which are the exclusive presidential box and ministerial area.Today, the National Theater provides services for the development of theater arts as both domestic and international, chamber concerts, symphonic, popular and folk music, among other artistic expressions.It has five spaces available for performing these activities: the Great Room, the Foyer, Lobby, Chamber Hall and Small Hall for minor works assembly and duration.Renderos PlansPlans Renderos has the most beautiful viewpoint of San Salvador. It is one of the places where national and foreign come together, especially on weekends; by its very cool weather and the views from the south of the city.

Definitely a busy place, where we can not only enjoy the view but also taste delicious pupusas accompanied by a cold beer or a delicious coffee.The viewpoint of the plans is to the Home of the Culture, where artistic activities are given periodically, as local folk dances; such as The Historians which is a dance-drama.During the performance all the dancers wear large masks, decorated with lots of old coins that are placed around the head which is also tied in the front, many tissues in the eyes; are silk costumes, bright colors, which sometimes appear figures with black boots.Devil's GateDevil's Gate is located about 6 kms from the Balboa Park in Renderos Plans. Devil's Gate is the highest point in San Salvador with 1250 m ASL.This is a natural viewpoint of the east and west area of El Salvador, from where you can appreciate the majestic volcano San Vicente or "Chinchontepeque" (which in Nahuatl means hill of both breasts), the Pacific coast of the department of La Paz, lake Ilopango, the people of Panchimalco.