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General Information

Venezuela, famous for its oil reserves, Angel Falls, and Caribbean coastline, is a South American gem.

Where Venezuela is Located

Venezuela is in northern South America, bordered by Colombia to the west, Brazil to the south, Guyana to the east, and the Caribbean Sea to the north. It is known for the Andes Mountains, Amazon rainforest, and Angel Falls, the world’s highest waterfall. The Orinoco River basin and Lake Maracaibo (oil-rich region) are key geographical features.

Landscape of Venezuela

Venezuela’s Guiana Shield holds Angel Falls (979m), cascading from a tepui (table mountain) in Canaima National Park (UNESCO). The Andes’ Pico Bolívar (4,978m) towers over Mérida, while the Orinoco Delta’s mangrove labyrinths merge with the Llanos grasslands. The Gran Sabana’s quartzite tepuis, like Roraima, inspired The Lost World. Lake Maracaibo, a lightning hotspot, borders the Andes’ northern foothills.

Climate of Venezuela

Venezuela has a tropical climate with a wet and dry season. The coastal regions experience warm temperatures year-round, with high humidity. The wet season runs from May to November, while the dry season lasts from December to April. The Andes mountains in the west have a cooler climate, while the lowland regions, particularly the Orinoco River basin, are hot and humid. The country’s climate is influenced by altitude, with cooler temperatures in higher elevations.