Venezuela

Venezuela Coutrny Flag Visaboards

Capital

Caracas

Continent

Independence Date

5 July 1811

Official LanguageSpanish
Second LanguageEnglish
Population~29 million
Passport ColorRed
Passport Rank#98
Dialing Code58
Country TLD.ve

Venezuela, officially the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, is a country located on the northern coast of South America. It shares borders with Colombia to the west, Brazil to the south, Guyana to the east, and the Caribbean Sea to the north. The capital and largest city is Caracas.

Venezuela is known for its remarkable natural diversity, including the world’s highest waterfall, Angel Falls, and vast ecosystems ranging from the Andes Mountains to the Amazon rainforest and the Caribbean coastline. The country has historically been one of the world’s largest oil producers, with petroleum being the foundation of its economy.

Venezuela’s culture blends Indigenous, Spanish, and African influences, reflected in its music, festivals, and cuisine. The country is famous for baseball, beauty pageants, and traditional dances like the joropo. Despite facing recent economic and political challenges, Venezuela remains a nation of rich natural beauty and cultural pride.

Tourism attractions include Angel Falls in Canaima National Park, Los Roques Archipelago, Morrocoy National Park, and the historic city of Mérida. The country’s official name honors Simón Bolívar, the South American independence leader.

Quick Facts About Venezuela

Coordinates6.4238° N, 66.5897° W
Bordering CountriesColombia, Brazil, Guyana
Region / ContinentSouth America
Total Area912,050 sq km
Population Density~30 people per sq km
Highest PointPico Bolívar – 4,978 m
Major RiversOrinoco River, Caroní River
Climate TypeTropical; hot and humid with rainy and dry seasons
Famous ForOil reserves, Angel Falls, diverse landscapes, joropo music
Major LandmarksAngel Falls, Canaima National Park, Los Roques Archipelago
Official LanguageSpanish
CurrencyVenezuelan Bolívar (VES)
Government TypeFederal presidential republic
Time ZoneUTC−4
Major ExportsOil, gold, aluminum, cocoa, coffee
Visitor EntryVisa required for most nationalities

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