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Mérida (state, Venezuela)

State in Venezuela

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Overview

Mérida state is in the middle of Andes region of Venezuela.

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Getting there

By plane to the airport at El Vigia (VIG), or direct to Merida city. The latter involves some impressive landing, the airport being tucked into the valley between steep mountains.

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Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport

El Vigía · Regional · VIG

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Merida

Mérida the capital of Mérida State, is located in Venezuela, at the foot of the Andes, 15 kilometers from Venezuela's highest point. It is the centre for outdoor activities in Venezuela.

El Vigía

El Vigía, Alberto Adriani Municipality, is a city in Mérida (state, Venezuela).

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Get inBy plane to the airport at El Vigia (VIG), or direct to Merida city. The latter involves some impressive landing, the airport being tucked into the valley between steep mountains.

Stay safeMerida is relatively safe compared to other places in Venezuela.

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