San Salvador, El SalvadorBest Bookstores and Libraries in San Salvador
Summary: Interested in finding the best bookstores and libraries in San Salvador? Here is a great list to get you started exploring the world of books and more in San Salvador.
La Casa Tomada
La Casa Tomada is a cultural center that includes a bookstore offering a variety of contemporary books, often hosting literary events, workshops, and cultural activities.
Address: Calle La Reforma #179, Colonia San Benito, San Salvador
Librería UCA Editores
Librería UCA Editores is a university bookstore affiliated with the Universidad Centroamericana "José Simeón Cañas" (UCA), featuring academic texts and a wide range of literature.
Address: Boulevard de los Próceres, Universidad Centroamericana, San Salvador, El Salvador
Exedra Books
Exedra Books is a well-established bookstore that offers a broad selection of books in both Spanish and English, including textbooks, literature, and children's books.
Address: Calle Padres Aguilar y 79 Av. Sur # 410, Colonia Escalón, San Salvador, El Salvador
Librería Arcoíris
Librería Arcoíris is a local bookstore chain with several locations, known for its wide range of school supplies, textbooks, and general literature.
Address: Centro Comercial Galerías, Local 224, Paseo General Escalón, San Salvador, El Salvador
Librería Internacional
Librería Internacional offers a diverse selection of books, including bestsellers, children's literature, and educational materials, with a focus on promoting reading culture.
Address: Alameda Roosevelt y 63 Av. Sur, Local 1-5, San Salvador, El Salvador
Biblioteca Nacional de El Salvador "Francisco Gavidia"
The National Library of El Salvador "Francisco Gavidia" is the main public library in the country, housing a vast collection of books, historical documents, and a digital library.
Address: 5a Calle Poniente y 17 Av. Sur, Centro Histórico, San Salvador, El Salvador
Biblioteca Legislativa de El Salvador
The Legislative Library of El Salvador provides support to the legislative assembly with research and information services, and it's also open to the public for academic and legal research.
Address: Centro de Gobierno, Final 14 Av. Sur, San Salvador, El Salvador
Biblioteca de la Universidad de El Salvador
The University of El Salvador's Library serves the academic community with a comprehensive collection of educational resources and research materials.
Address: Final 25 Av. Norte, Ciudad Universitaria, San Salvador, El Salvador
Biblioteca de la Universidad Centroamericana José Simeón Cañas (UCA)
This university library offers extensive academic resources and is known for its specialized collections in social sciences and humanities.
Address: Boulevard de los Próceres, Universidad Centroamericana, San Salvador, El Salvador
Biblioteca Infantil de la Fundación Metropolitana
The Children's Library of the Metropolitan Foundation is dedicated to promoting reading among children, offering a friendly environment with a wide range of children's books and storytelling activities.
Address: 3a Calle Poniente, entre 10a y 12a Av. Norte, San Salvador, El Salvador
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