The Republic of El Salvador is a republic in Central America. It has a total area of 21,040 km2. The climate is tropical with a rainy season from May to October and a dry season from November to April. The terrain is mostly mountains with a narrow coastal belt and central plateau. Natural resources are hydropower and geothermal power, crude oil. The religion is about 97% Roman Catholic, with activity by Protestant groups throughout the country The language is Spanish, with Nahua spoken among some Indians. From 100 to 1000 El Salvador was part of the Mayan kingdom, then was dominated by the Pipil Indians until the Spanish conquered it in 1525.
El Salvador was then governed as part of Guatemala until 1821 when El Salbador was liberated. In 1823 El Salvador joined the United Provinces of Central America, seceding from the federation in 1838. Research El Salvador
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