Maracay
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Maracay is a city in Venezuela, serving as the capital of the state of Aragua. Founded in 1701 by Bishop Diego de Baños y Sotomayor, it's situated in the Tocopio and Tapatapa valleys. During Juan Vicente Gómez's rule, Maracay saw significant development with landmarks like the Arc of Triumph and Hotel Jardín.
Statistics
Area
911.57 km²
Population
955,362