| Some parts of South America such as the Caribbean | | | | such as Picasso and Miro and a plethora of |
| and Mexico to name a few, have seen their share of | | | | remarkable works from Venezuelan masters as well. |
| thousands upon thousands of tourists visiting on almost | | | | After your short stay at Caracas, it's off to Isla |
| a daily basis. However, Venezuela, although now | | | | Margarita. It is a world away from the frenzied |
| emerging towards the limelight of international tourism, | | | | atmosphere of Caracas. Having fun in the area is no |
| is yet to see half the number of travelers that visit its | | | | effort at all. Whether you want night-long excitement |
| neighboring countries. If you like to travel to gorgeous | | | | at the casinos and bars, or an idyllic day at the beach, |
| locales but do not want to deal with the hordes of | | | | or an interesting visit at the island?s fishing villages, you |
| tourists that usually go with them, then Venezuela is | | | | will find something exciting to do in the area. The |
| just perfect for you. | | | | island?s cheery diversity makes it a favorite for |
| More likely than not, you will be flying straight to the | | | | tourists with varied interests. |
| country's capital Caracas. Don?t be hasty with your | | | | Please make sure to visit the world famous Angel |
| judgment of the city. Although it is a tad disappointing | | | | Falls at Parque Nacional Canaima. The national park is |
| at first look with its uninspiring concrete buildings and | | | | so huge it is almost equal to the land area of Belgium in |
| cramped spaces, there are some gems tucked in its | | | | size. Even more impressive is the stunning and |
| corners that are certainly worth discovering. | | | | imposing Angel Falls, considered to be the tallest falls in |
| A day or two in the area should be worth your time. | | | | the world. Angel Falls stands 2,647 feet. If you can't |
| Interesting destinations to visit in Caracas include the | | | | picture it - just imagine twice the height of the Empire |
| 16th century church of Iglesia de San Francisco. It is not | | | | State Building! |
| only a striking piece of architecture but it is also noted | | | | This spectacular attraction is no easy feat to visit |
| for its historical significance. To complete your colonial | | | | which makes catching a sight of it even more |
| experience of the capital, check out the quaint and | | | | satisfying. If you have the cash to spare, you can |
| charming Parque Los Caobos and its gorgeous | | | | arrange a helicopter ride to the area. But if you are the |
| fountain. | | | | adventurous type, an even more exciting alternative is |
| The park features large trees that are more than just | | | | available - a half week trip onboard a 4x4. Do not get |
| ornamentation and are in fact a commemoration and a | | | | discouraged by the number of days it'll take you to |
| symbol of Venezuela's independence. Finally, there is | | | | travel, there are plenty of stops along the way that will |
| the modern art museum of Museo de Arte | | | | take you to other interesting destinations you don't |
| Contemporaneo de Caracas where you will find an | | | | want to miss. |
| impressive collection of the world's renowned masters | | | | |