Valencia, Venezuela

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Valencia, Venezuela

Name

Valencia, Venezuela

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 The city was raided by French pirates in 1677, resulting in the loss of important historical documents.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

Location