Modern day visitors marvel at the same things. From the capital, Caracas to the tiniest village along the mighty Orinoco River, Venezuelas's Cities and Regions offer something for the traveler.
Visit the snow-capped Andes where you can challenge yourself with high altitude hiking in the Sierra Nevada or follow the Torcaza Trails for ecologic trekking through the Sierra Nevada National Park. While in the Andes, visit Merida, called "The Roof of Venezuela." Los Andes Venezolanos has photos, facts and information for Merida, Trujillo, Boco and Jajo as well as recommended attractions.
When you're ready for a change of scenery Venezuela has much to offer.
Did you know the name comes from "Litte Venice?" The Italian explorer Amerigo Vespucci called it that because the native lake dwellings on the Orinoco river delta reminded him of his native Venice. You can see the modern equivalent of these lake dwellings at the Floating Villages .
The Caribbean Coast of Venezuela is a tropical paradise, a divers' delight, and a windsurfers' wildest dreams - all in one. Los Roques offers pristine white beaches, a coral reef and beautiful water in this national park.
Don't miss a side trip to Coro, one of the colonial capitals on the Caribbean coast. Founded in 1527 and on the list of World Heritage Cities, Coro is a step back in time as well as a living history lesson.
Inland, La Gran Sabana, the great savannah, and the the vast plains called Los LLanos offer naturalists a wonderful opportunity to study wildlife. Covering over 300,000 sq. km. the vast llanos has llaneros, the Venezuelan cowboy, sporting opportunities and ecological tours.
The Guayana highlands are considered the last frontier of Venezuela because of their isolation and geography. Nevertheless Canaima, Angel Falls and Mount Roraima where access is only by air, is a favored destination. Angel Falls is a must see!
Offshore, Isla de Margarita offers superb beaches, national parks, and a duty-free zone to make this a delightful destination. Margarita Island is a favorite locale for many water sports including scuba, windsailing, and of course swimming.
Wherever you travel in Venezuela, enjoy yourself and Buen viaje!
