Soyapango, El Salvador

Capital City

This satellite city of San Salvador is hardly a tranquil escape. With a population of 230,255, it's the country's largest municipality, clogged with nearly 70,000 vehicles traversing its streets daily. The economy centers on forestry and a major shoe manufacturer, but bureaucratic headaches are the norm. And the climate, with rainfall between 1,700-1,850 mm per year, is hardly idyllic. Soyapango is a high-intensity urban center, best suited for those seeking economic opportunity rather than a relaxed quality of life.