Valencia, Venezuela
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Valencia is the capital of Carabobo State and Venezuela's third-largest city, serving as a major economic hub. Founded in 1555 by Alonso Díaz Moreno, it predates Caracas as a Spanish settlement. The city was raided by French pirates in 1677, resulting in the loss of important historical documents.
Statistics
Area
119.00 km²
Population
1,484,430