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Venezuela

Venezuela
Capital
Caracas
Population
28.3M
Area
916,445 km²
Language
Spanish

Venezuela is a country in South America, South America. Its capital is Caracas, with a population of approximately 28.3M and a total area of 916,445 km². The official language is Spanish and the currency is the Bolívar (VES).

📊 Quick Facts about Venezuela

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Population
28.3M
total residents
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Total Area
916,445 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
31/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$482B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$17,040
per person
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Currency
Bolívar (VES)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Spanish
official
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Coastline
2,800 km
total shore
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Timezone
UTC−4
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1821
established
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Local Time in Caracas

Venezuela covers an area of 916,445 km² with a population density of 31/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $482B ($17,040 per capita) and gained independence in 1821. It has a coastline of 2,800 km.

Did You Know?

Venezuela has the world's largest proven oil reserves and is home to Angel Falls — the world's highest uninterrupted waterfall at 979m, nearly 20 times the height of Niagara Falls. The mysterious tepui table mountains inspired Arthur Conan Doyle's 'The Lost World'.

💡 Interesting Facts about Venezuela

  1. Venezuela has the world's largest proven oil reserves — more than Saudi Arabia.
  2. Angel Falls in Venezuela is the world's highest waterfall at 979 metres.
  3. Venezuela has won more Miss Universe and Miss World titles than any other country.
  4. Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela has the most lightning strikes of anywhere on Earth.

✈️ Travel Information for Venezuela

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Best Time to Visit
December–April
Tropical, hot year-round, rainy season May–November
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Cost of Travel
💚 Low Budget
Budget — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$2–5
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$20–50
per night
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Visa
Visa-free for most Western nationalities
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type A/B, 120V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Venezuela on the Map

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📍 Caracas, Venezuela

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🏆 Venezuela World Rankings

1st
Oil Reserves
World's largest proven oil reserves
1st
Waterfall
Home to Angel Falls — world's highest waterfall
1st
Beauty Queens
Most Miss Universe and Miss World titles ever
1st
Tepuis
Home to the Lost World tepui plateaus that inspired Conan Doyle

🏛 Must-See Places in Venezuela

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Angel Falls (Salto Ángel)

The world's highest uninterrupted waterfall at 979m, plunging from the Auyán-tepui plateau

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Canaima National Park

A UNESCO park of otherworldly tepui plateaus, pink-sand beaches and pristine rivers

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Los Roques Archipelago

A stunning national park of white-sand keys and crystal-clear Caribbean waters

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Mérida Cable Car

The world's longest and highest cable car, ascending to 4,765m in the Andes

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🗺️ Countries Bordering Venezuela

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Colombia
Bogotá
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Brazil
Brasília
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Guyana
Georgetown

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Venezuela

What is the capital of Venezuela?

The capital of Venezuela is Caracas.

What language is spoken in Venezuela?

The official language(s) of Venezuela are Spanish.

What is the population of Venezuela?

The population of Venezuela is approximately 28.3M.

What currency does Venezuela use?

Venezuela uses the Bolívar (VES).

What continent is Venezuela in?

Venezuela is located in South America, in the South America region.

What is the GDP of Venezuela?

Venezuela has a GDP of $482B, with a GDP per capita of $17,040.

What is the best time to visit Venezuela?

The best time to visit Venezuela is December–April. The climate is Tropical, hot year-round, rainy season May–November.

Do I need a visa for Venezuela?

Visa-free for most Western nationalities

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