San Lorenzo

About

Founded by the Spanish in the early 16th century, this charming city has prospered as a hub of seaside commerce for centuries. Wandering the whitewashed colonial streets, visitors find artisans plying their trades and families socializing in doorways. Towering mangrove forests fringe the gulf beyond, their intricate channels home to abundant birdlife and glimpses of marine life below. Sailing excursions through these rich mangroves reveal glimpses of El Salvador and Nicaragua across the waters. Culturally, San Lorenzo comes alive during lively festivals like Carnaval del Pacifico and the iconic Crab Dance.