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El Salvador

Santa Tecla / Where everyday is a fiesta!

MeowScore 😼75/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

March

Warm and sunny weather for beach activities.

🎭🎉
january

Experience the lively festival of La Bajada del Diablo. 🎉

👀🌄
february

Witness the breathtaking views of the Jiboa Valley. 🏞️

🌞🏊
march

Enjoy warm weather and long sunny days at the beach. 🏖️

🙏🎉
april

Celebrate Holy Week with vibrant processions and cultural events. 🕊️

🏰🌺
may

Explore the colorful and historical architecture of the town. 🏰

👥🎉
june

Participate in the lively Festivity of San Antonio. 🎉

🎇✨
july

Experience the beautiful Illumination Festival with fireworks and light shows. 🎆

🍝🍲
august

Discover the delicious Salvadoran cuisine at the annual Food Fair. 🍴

🇸🇻🎉
september

Celebrate the vibrant and colorful Independence Day. 🇸🇻

💐🕯️
october

Experience Dia de los Muertos with traditional altars and food. 💀🥑

🌳🏞️
november

Enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains and forests. 🌲

🎁🎅
december

Experience the festive atmosphere of Navidad in the town square. 🎄

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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As a visiting cat, Santa Tecla can be moderately expensive. Prices for basic goods and services are reasonable, but imported and luxury items can be costly.

Look for local markets to save money on fresh produce and souvenirs.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

short trip for exploring

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

short trip for exploring

Santa Tecla is a small city, often visited as a day trip from San Salvador or part of a wider itinerary in El Salvador.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Cash is the preferred method, credit cards are accepted in some restaurants. Splitting the bill is possible.

internet situation

meh Speed

Limited fiber-optic infrastructure

great Availability

Many providers offer internet access

great Cellular

Good coverage across major cellular networks

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Moderate traffic, some greenery

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

The curious cat will find colorful houses and friendly felines in this charming town.

The adventurous cat can climb the steps to the volcano lookout for a breathtaking view.

Things to do

The mainstream

🐾
Parque El Cafetalón
🧗
Puerta del Diablo
🍎
Mercado Municipal
⛪
Iglesia El Carmen
🌳
Parque La Paz

The mainstream

🐾
Parque El Cafetalón

Another pawsome park with walking trails and a playground for energetic kitten visitors. Plus, there's a cafe for humans to grab a cup of coffee and a snack!☕

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🧗
Puerta del Diablo

Cats feeling adventurous will love hiking to this rocky viewpoint overlooking the city. The panoramic views are fur-midable!🐾

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🍎
Mercado Municipal

A bustling market full of sights and smells that will make any cat's whiskers twitch with excitement! Visitors can find anything from fresh produce to artisan crafts.🛍️

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⛪
Iglesia El Carmen

This stunning 19th-century church is a cat's meow! Furry visitors can admire the beautiful architecture and stained glass windows.🐱

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🌳
Parque La Paz

A serene park with a lake and walking trails where cats can relax and soak up the sunshine. Some even say it's purrfect for a picnic!🍱

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Off the beaten path

1
La Capilla del Rosario
2
Parque El Cafetalón
3
La casa Museo de Roque Dalton
4
El Jardín Botánico La Laguna
5
Casa de la Cultura

Off the beaten path

1
La Capilla del Rosario

A small church where cats are welcome to explore and appreciate the amazing artwork. Beautifully decorated with intricate altars and architectural details. 💒

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2
Parque El Cafetalón

A cheerful park that offers plenty of space for cats to roam and play. Come for a morning run, picnic, or playdate. 🌳

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3
La casa Museo de Roque Dalton

The former home of famous Salvadoran poet Roque Dalton, now a museum and cultural hub. A unique glimpse into the life of a literary icon. 📚

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4
El Jardín Botánico La Laguna

A peaceful oasis with native plants and animals. The perfect place to relax and enjoy nature. Purrfect for walking, birdwatching and napping. 🌸

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5
Casa de la Cultura

Arts and culture center with cat-friendly exhibitions, workshops and events. Home to local artists, art lovers and curious cats. 🎨

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Moderate traffic, some greenery

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Mindful meoweler tips

The Festival of San Jeronimo!

A week-long party with music, parades, and fireworks, celebrating the town's patron saint.

Try the local cuisine!

Pupusas, tamales, and horchata are must-tries in Santa Tecla.

Explore Parque Nacional El Boqueron!

Take a hike up to the crater of this active volcano for stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Learn about the town's history at the Casa de la Cultura!

This cultural center showcases the town's past and present through art and exhibits.

Visit the Mercado Municipal!

This bustling market is the perfect place to shop for souvenirs and experience local life.

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