Zona Rosa (San Salvador) facts for kids

The Zona Rosa is a cool and lively area in San Salvador, the capital city of El Salvador. It's known for its many restaurants, hotels, shops, and fun places to visit. It's a popular spot for both locals and tourists!

How Zona Rosa Started

This area was first planned in 1946. Its design was inspired by the "Garden City" idea from Europe and North America. This meant creating a nice place with lots of green spaces and good planning.

In the early 1980s, the area started to change. Many houses on Boulevard del Hipódromo became restaurants and bars. Since then, this part of San Salvador has been known as the Zona Rosa, which means "Pink Zone."

Modernizing the Area

In 2010, work began to make Zona Rosa even better and more modern. They built a central flower bed connecting two traffic circles, Italia and Brasilia. They also planted palm trees and added bright LED lights.

New access ramps were built for people with disabilities. Public squares were updated, and surveillance cameras and police points were added for safety. This big update helped Zona Rosa get special recognition. It was called the first "Special Improvement District in Central America."

Where to Stay: Hotels

Zona Rosa has many hotels, both local and international. Some of these include Villa Serena, Villa Florencia, Hotel Las Magnolias, Sheraton Presidente, and Hilton Princess. These hotels offer comfortable places for visitors to stay.

Food and Fun: Restaurants, Bars, and Cafes

This area is famous for its wide variety of places to eat and hang out. You can find many fast-food and casual dining spots here. There are also clubs, bars, and cafes.

Some well-known international brands include Papa John's Pizza, Domino's Pizza, Pizza Hut, McDonald's, Denny's, and Tony Roma's. You can also find local favorites like La Pampa, Gourmet Burger Company, Inka Grill, Maki Sushi, and Shaw's. For a fun time, there are places like Antique Club, Republik, and Zanzibar.

Exploring History and Art: Museums

Zona Rosa is home to two of El Salvador's most important museums. These are the National Museum of Anthropology Dr. David J. Guzmán and the Art Museum of El Salvador. They are great places to learn about the country's history, culture, and art.

Monument to the Revolution

The Monument to the Revolution is located in front of the Art Museum of El Salvador.

The Monument to the Revolution is also in this area. Its construction started to remember a big event in 1948. This event was an uprising that removed General Salvador Castaneda Castro from power. The monument was finished later, during the time of Colonel José María Lemus.

International Connections: Embassies

Several countries have their embassies located in Zona Rosa. An embassy is like an official office for a country in another country. Some of the embassies here include:

• Embassy of Brazil
• Embassy of Spain
• Embassy of Mexico
• Embassy of Italy
• Embassy of Uruguay
• Embassy of Dominican Republic

Living in Zona Rosa: Residential Area

Even with all the businesses, Zona Rosa still has many homes. Some houses have been changed into restaurants or nightclubs. However, there are also modern apartment towers with luxury homes. These towers offer great views of the whole area.

One of these tall buildings is Alisios 115. It is 96 meters (about 315 feet) high and has 26 floors of apartments. It is one of the tallest buildings in El Salvador. Other towers in the area include Torres 105 Campestre and Torre 525 Avenida La Capilla.

Big Events: International Center of Fairs and Conventions (CIFCO)

The International Center of Fairs and Conventions (CIFCO) during Consuma 2010.

Zona Rosa also has a large center for fairs and conventions called CIFCO. It has a huge amphitheater that can hold 15,000 people. There's also a big Central American Hall and 12 smaller rooms for different events. The center includes a mall area and parking for up to 800 cars. It's a busy place for big events and shows.

See also

In Spanish: Zona Rosa (San Salvador) para niños

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