Venezuela
At Parque Nacional Guatopo, there’s an intriguing reconstructed trapiche, complete with its huge cauldrons and ladles.
Must-see attractions in South America
Caracas
One of Caracas' biggest parks, El Calvario has areas of forest, gardens and open public spaces. It is a popular weekend spot for locals.
Venezuela
This mighty catedral was completed in 1662, has a lovely whitewashed facade and some charming old altarpieces inside.
El Valle Del Espíritu Santo
The Museo Diocesano has objects related to the Virgin, plus various offerings from the faithful asking for favors.
Caracas
One of the oldest parks in Caracas, this central green lung provides welcome respite from the concrete jungle of Parque Central.
Caracas
Since its construction in 1708 this square has been the site of popular gatherings for events such as bullfights and fiestas.
Isla del Sol
Of the more than 80 Inca ruins on the island, most date to the 15th century AD. You could spend a week looking at them all.
Venezuela
The Casa de la Cultura is in the old customs house. It's worth a peek for its occasional art exhibits.
Venezuela
The mid-17th-century Casa Amarilla is Carora’s oldest surviving building, now a public library.
Venezuela
The Ateneo de Barquisimeto is a busy center for cultural activities. Go in and check what’s on.
Isla del Sol
Some obsidian remnants among the ruins indicate contact with people as far away as Colca Canyon, Arequipa, Peru.
Venezuela
A pair of fine old buildings on both sides of the street, connected by the graceful arch of an aerial walkway.
Venezuela
Ciudad Bolívar's expansive botanical gardens contain a huge collection of tropical plants, flowers and trees.
Isla del Sol
Most tours visiting the northern ruins land at Cha’llapampa, a small village straddling a slender isthmus.
Venezuela
This is one of the colonial churches that was left in ruins, untouched from the day of the 1950 earthquake.
Venezuela
This is one of the colonial churches that was left in ruins, untouched from the day of the 1950 earthquake.
Venezuela
On the shady Plaza Bolívar, the Catedral de María Auxiliadora has a colorful interior worth seeing.
Venezuela
This is a private residence and cannot be visited but is worth looking at from the outside.
Isla del Sol
Some dusty exhibits, including Inca pots. Admission is free with the Cha’lla trail fee.
Venezuela
Take a look at this two-story 18th-century house where Simón Bolívar stayed in 1821.
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Altagracia
Venezuela
This was only built in 1808 and was reconstructed after the earthquake of 1881.
Venezuela
This hilltop lookout gives you wonderful views of the enormous Orinoco River.
Venezuela
This is one of the few buildings that somehow withstood the 1950 earthquake.
