About Venezuela

Stunning Venezuela has epic proportions. It has the largets lake of South America, and it has the 3th longest river. Also venezuela has the largest watyerfall and...the longest snake.

Venezuela comprises some of the finest endangered species like Jaguars, crocodiles, black caimans, large anteaters, dolphins, boas, iguanas, piranhas, eels, otters, foxes, ocelots, peccaries, red howler monkeys, porcupines, bats, stingrays, many bird species!

The landscape is stunning. There are snowcapped peaks of the Andes, steamy Amazonian Jungles, the beautiful Gran Sabanu plateau with its flat topped mountains and miles and miles of white sandy beaches on the carribean coast.

Venezuela facts

Area
912,050 sq km (352,144 sq miles).

Population
27.88 million (2008).

Population Density
30.2 per sq km.

Capital
Caracas. Population:  4.3 million (metropolitan area, 2008).

Government
Republic. Gained independence from Spain in 1830.

Language
Spanish is the official language. English, French, German and Portuguese are also spoken by some sections of the community.

Religion
96% Roman Catholic.

Time
GMT - 4.5

Electricity
110 volts AC, 60Hz. US-style two-pin plugs are the most commonly used fittings.

Mobile Telephone
Roaming agreements exist with some international mobile phone companies. Travelers on extended stays might consider getting a local SIM card to insert in their own phone.

Internet
There are Internet cafes in most urban areas.

Cool places to Visit In Venezuela

Venezuela is well known for its culture, heritage, outdoor activities, nature and wildlife.  Here you find some of the best historic buildings, architecture, landscapes, and monuments which are scattered all over the country. To give you an idea of how cool Venezuela is we have listed a few highlights below.

• Central Venezuela: Here is where most people live, you find great beaches and large lively cities.
   
• Angel Falls: This is a must see, it is one of the biggest travel attractions in South America! Also home to grasslands, dense jungle, rivers, and majestic mountains. Gap year travellers also have the opportunity to see wildlife, including giant anteaters and jaguars.

• Coro: Here you find the former fisrt capital of the country, see the richness of Colonial architecture.

• Merida: In the beach of Marida you see the intriguing Andes with its always with snow toppped mountains.
   
• Canaima National Park: A collection of waterfalls and lagoons are the main attractions that create daylong trips to the base of Angel Falls. Wildlife you find here: Monkeys, blue-cheeked parrots, king vultures, and porcupines.

• Caracas: One of the most popular places to visit in Venezuela is called Caracas, which offers surroundings comprised of high mountains and inviting hillsides.

• Isla de Margarita: A coastal islands of Venezuela.

• Los Llanos: Utopia for bird watchers. Here you van come eye to eye with anaconda, caiman, and wildcat.

• Southern Venezuela: This is the place to explore the wild of tropical forests and jungle rivers that has played host to a collection of ancient indigenous tribes, including the Yanomami.

• Orinoco Delta: Visit Orinoco for exploring various impressive rainforests, mangroves, and natural canals.