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Venezuela: Explore the top cities of land of beauty queens

By Carlton Leisure - 13/01/2015

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Venezuela is a coveted destination for travellers due to its natural beauty and as a country of occasional beauty pageant winners. Apart from these the country has a lot to offer that tourist may find interesting. Andean peaks, vast stretches of Caribbean coastline, beautiful island and interesting wildlife: Venezuela is country of several beautiful attractions. Here we acquaint travellers with major cities in Venezuela.

Caracas

Caracas, the capital of Venezuela which is situated along a plateau is a cosmopolitan city with several skyscrapers, an array of business and housing blocks, several historical attractions and great nightlife options. The city is a food lover’s paradise due to a wide array of options in term of delicacies; thanks to a large immigrant population. During their trip to city the guests can plan a visit to La Plaza Bolivar, Museo de Arte Colonial, Centro de Arte La Estancia and Jardin Botanico among others. Being the capital, the visitors often fly to Caracas which is also gateway to several tours in the country.

Merida

Situated in the foothills of Andes, Merida is the capital of Venezuelan state of Merida. The place serves as the jumping off point for many outdoor activities in the vicinity. The Teleférico which claims to be the world’s highest and longest cable car is one of the main attractions. The city also holds great opportunities for mountaineers as they can climb to Pico Bolivar or Pico Humboldt. There is an array of tour companies to organise an expedition. In addition to these, there is an array of dining and accommodation options to cater to tourists.

Puerto La Cruz

Situated in the Northeast of the country Puerto La Cruz is one of the major tourist hubs of the region. Cris- crossed by waterways, the city main roads are lined with shops and restaurants. There are several nightclubs and bars giving people a great nightlife experience.

Coro

The first capital of Venezuela boasts of great cultural heritage. This one of the oldest cities in Venezuela has been declared UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is best place to see Venezuela’s colonial architecture.

Maracay

Once the capital of Venezuela, Maracay now serves as the capital of Aragua state. Despite not being a tourist destination of repute, Maracay draws a small number of tourists through its handful of attractions that include Plaza Bolivar, Plaza Girardot and Museo Aeronautico. In addition, the city also offers an experience to the travellers.