Museo de la Palabra y la Imagen, San Salvador

Name: Museo de la Palabra y la Imagen
Address: San Salvador, El Salvador

#22 among attractions in San Salvador

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The Museo de la Palabra y la Imagen is an innovative museum located in San Salvador, El Salvador. It was founded in the late 1990s by the Venezuelan journalist Carlos Henríquez Consalvi as a museum dedicated to collecting and preserving memories of the Salvadoran civil war, incorporating memories across the political spectrum. The general enthusiasm of the public quickly prompted the MUPI to expand and it now includes a variety of exhibits that deal with various moments in the nation's past. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 13°42'33"N, 89°12'18"W

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Museo de la Palabra y la Imagen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Plaza Gerardo Barrios, San Salvador Cathedral, National Palace, Teatro Nacional.

1.2 miSE
Memorial
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1.2 miSE
Famed cathedral with ornate architecture
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1.2 miSE
Historical place, Palace
National Palace, San Salvador
31 min walk • The National Palace of El Salvador, located in the heart of San Salvador, stands as a majestic testament to the country's history and architectural elegance. This grand edifice, constructed in the early 20th century, has served as a central hub for governmental...
1.2 miSE
Renaissance-style performing arts venue
Teatro Nacional, San Salvador
32 min walk • Teatro Nacional de El Salvador, or National Theatre of El Salvador, is the oldest theatre in Central America. It began construction on November 3, 1911, by the French architect Daniel Beylard; and inaugurated March 1, 1917.
0.5 miSE
City hall
Government Center Tower, San Salvador
14 min walk • Government Center Tower is a building located in the city of San Salvador, El Salvador. It houses the offices of the Ministry of the Interior.
1.2 miSE
13°41'57"N • 89°11'25"W
Plaza Morazán, San Salvador
31 min walk • Park
0.7 miN
Universities and schools
Universidad de El Salvador, San Salvador
19 min walk • The University of El Salvador or Universidad de El Salvador is the oldest and the most prominent university institution in El Salvador. It serves as the national university of the country.
1 miSW
Football, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Estadio Jorge "Mágico" González, San Salvador
27 min walk • Estadio Nacional Jorge "Mágico" González is a football stadium in San Salvador. It is named after Salvadorean star player Jorge Alberto González. The stadium has a capacity of 35,000 and was previously known as "Estadio Nacional Flor Blanca", referring to the name of the San Salvador neighborhood where it is located.
0.8 miSW
Basketball, Sport venue, Sport
Gimnasio Nacional José Adolfo Pineda, San Salvador
22 min walk • Gimnasio Nacional José Adolfo Pineda is an indoor sporting arena located in San Salvador, El Salvador. The capacity of the arena is 12,500 spectators. It is mainly used to host basketball and other indoor sporting events. It also hosted the Miss Universe 1975 competition on CBS with Bob Barker.
0.7 miNW
13°42'49"N • 89°12'51"W
Museum of Popular Art, San Salvador
18 min walk • Museum
0.9 miN
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Sport
Estadio Universitario UES, San Salvador
22 min walk • Estadio Universitario UES is a multi-use stadium in San Salvador, El Salvador. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of C.D. UES. The stadium holds 10,000 people.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Museo de la Palabra y la Imagen?

Nearby attractions include Government Center Tower, San Salvador (14 min walk), Museum of Popular Art, San Salvador (18 min walk), Universidad de El Salvador, San Salvador (19 min walk), La Luz del Mundo, San Salvador (24 min walk).

How to get to Museo de la Palabra y la Imagen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo de la Palabra y la Imagen:

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Trans Galgos Inter , King Quality - Puerto Bus (14 min walk)
Taxis Acacya (15 min walk)