TOP 5 Tourist Attractions in Venezuela

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Date: Thu, 3 Feb 2011 Time: 4:25 PM
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Venezuela disposes with many different attractions for all tourists’ preferences. You'll find represented numerous hotels in Venezuela, there are wonderful beaches, historical sights and many churches, and also numerous other attractions.

Don’t miss the possibility to relax at the tropical beaches. There are a few beach resorts where are offered fine Venezuela hotels. Lots of water sports are also practiced here.

Here is the TOP 5 list of attractions which should be visit in Venezuela.

1. Angel Falls

The highest free-falling freshwater waterfalls in the world tower over the Canaima National Park at a dizzying height of 2,648 feet. American aviator James 'Jimmie' Crawford Angel brought the falls to the western world's focus in the 30s, landing his plane in the top in 1936. Interestingly, the native Pemon Indian name is slightly less heavenly – 'Aiyan-tepui', or 'Devil's Mountain'!

2. Sierra de Perija National Park

Another imposing feature of the Venezuelan landscape, the park gives birth to most of the country's rivers, and also housing a few of its most incredible flora and fauna, for example Capuchin and Howler Monkeys, and the brilliantly-named Spectacled Bear. Camping below the mountains is permitted.

3. Museo del Arte Colonial

Before its liberation by Simon Bolivar, Venezuela endured almost 300 years of European colonization. Inside the attractive Quinta Anauco mansion sit intricately reconstructed colonial rooms and artifacts, with fountains lining the pristine surrounding gardens.

4. El Teleferico

A cable car ascent of 2,585-meter high Cerro El Avila offers breathtaking views of Caracas. There you will see also wonderful restaurants and bars.

5. Los Llanos

Once home to the intrepid llanero cowboys, the huge plains stretch further than the eye can see, and are completely transformed by the changing of the seasons. Throughout the rainy season, a lot of the area is underwater, with some unforgettable sights available during sunset. The dry season sees the animal population converging with capybaras, jaguars, foxes and crocodiles all living contentedly alongside one another.

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