Caracas - the capital of Venezuela. This town in the picturesque Mountain Valley of the Caribbean Andes is very crowded and beautiful. The story of Caracas is no less interesting and definitely worth a detailed study. But it is worth noting that the town was built in the mid-16th century on the spot burned by the conquerors of the Indian village, which belonged to the Caracasian tribe and the name. In Caracas there is something to see.
GENERALISIMO FRANCISCO DE MIRANDA PARK)
The park was opened in 1961 and covers an area of about 75 hectares. On the territory of the park there is a library, a small zoo, about 10 lakes with boats, thematic gardens, an arboretum with tropical plants, picnic spaces, a basketball court and a mini-football playground and even a planetarium! The entrance to the park is right across the road from Miranda Metro Station, the entrance is free. In the park, cultural events are often held, sports competitions, etc. In the park it is impossible to get lost, comfortable tracks and markings every 100 meters will send you through the entire park. On the ninth lake, you can admire the beautiful huge layout of the El Lander ship, which played an important role in the country's history.
House Simon Bolivar (Birthplace of the Liberator Simón Bolívar)
Simon Bolivar is the most influential and known from the leaders of the war of the independence of Spanish colonies in America, and it was he who freed Venezuela from the Spanish domination. Here in this house and was born and spent childhood and youth this great man. The history of the house dates back to 17th century (1680). The house is quite beautiful, walls and floors from marble, luxurious bedrooms, library, kitchen and patio. In the house you can see the personal belongings of Bolivar and his family, including important paintings of famous Venezuelan artists of the time. To visit the house you can take an excursion.
Address: Esquina San Jacinto A Traposos, near Plaza El Venezolano
University of Sentral de Venezuela (Universidad Central De Venezuela)
This is one of the most important universities in Venezuela. Campus accommodates up to 70,000 students! The building is so big that it even has its own metro station called Ciudad Universitaria. Near the university you can enjoy the rest in the green areas, as well as various events are held at the university, for the most part educational. First you can be shocked by the architecture of the building, because in some way, it seems that you have fallen in the fifties of the last century, but in fact, when the architect Carlos Raul Villanueva created the design of the premises, it was assumed that it would be trendy and modern. So it did not change especially anything from those times. Villanueva wished the university to consider the synthesis of all types of arts, and therefore in the building you will see many sculptures, mosaics and works of world art. Immediately, the works of important artists from Venezuela (Francisco Narvayes, Mameo Manure), from the USA (Alexander Kolder) and Europe, especially from France (Jean Arp, Henri Laurent, Fernan Ledger).
The area of the university, which contains most of the works of art, is the hall of Plaza Del Rectorado, the area inside the main library is the main audience of the University, Aula Magna. Be sure to visit this university if you arrive in Caracas, because this building is listed on UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000.
Address: Ciudad Universitaria, Los Chaguaramos
El Atilo (El Hatillo)
El Atilo is a colonial city to southeast of Caracas (about 12 km). This is a place where all locals ride on our weekends to relax and drink coffee on the central square called Bolivar, or dine in cute open-air restaurants. In the town you will see beautiful colorful houses that seem to be fleeting from the past is unchanged. Once it was ordinary homes, today they are located banks, government agencies and very famous restaurants, bars and artists workshops. Try amazing Italian food at the La Grotta restaurant on Calle El Comercio.
El Avila National Park National Park (El Avila National Park)
El Avila National Park (or Waraira Repano) is located on the territory of the long mountain chain along the shores of Venezuela. This park is close to Caracas and it is very attractive for hiking and climbing. In the park you will find all kinds of tourist trails and even very beautiful waterfalls where you can swim! Well, a luxurious panoramic view of the city is guaranteed! Locals most likely to walk to the forest settlement called Sabas Nieves (height 1300 m above sea level). There you can taste a refreshing home lemon sorbet (on Saturdays) and stay. Of course, get there is not so simple. For a sports man, let it be 25-35 minutes. If you follow the chacao metro station, then only 35-40 minutes will have to go to the entrance to the park, and then, depending on your physical capabilities, you will reach the rest of the recreation station. In addition, you can take the bus number 2 on the chacao-bucaral route (leaving opposite the Chacao Metro Station) - they will bring you straight to the entrance to the park.
You can also try your hand in the route to the top of the El Avila (elevation of 2250 m), in fact, this is the end station of the Crackas cable car. It is difficult and accessible only to the most physically prepared people. And it is recommended to take a map of the routes with you before joining this difficult path, there is easy to get lost! But in general, the journey along this path will show you such luxurious beauty! Before the top can be reached in a few hours (at least 5-6), but back to descend along the cable car.
Hannsi.
This place is a 15-minute drive from Caracas to Atilo. This is a museum-shop with amazing objects of crafts that cause fear and laughter - masks, figures, amulets. This is the place where you will feel Venezuela. Take a look at the hall "Diablos de Yare" and buy a couple of souvenirs. After visiting the museum, drink a cup of amazing Venezuelan coffee in La Bodega. (Definitely, the coffee makers will appreciate).
Address: Calle Bolívar 12, El Hatillo