Amazonas (Venezuelan state)
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Region / Subdivision
Summary
Amazonas is a state in southern Venezuela, named after the Amazon River despite being primarily drained by the Orinoco. It features a high proportion of indigenous inhabitants compared to the rest of the country. The state capital is Puerto Ayacucho.
Statistics
Area
177,617.00 km²
Population
176,614