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City in Bolívar, Venezuela
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This is the house where Simon Bolivar stayed during the Congress of Angostura. With a lush tropical garden. Entrance free.
A small 18th century fort with good views over the town.
World-renowned Venezuelan plastic art sculptor Soto has some of his best works on display alongside other modern artists in a fine museum and garden setting laid out by Venezuela's top architect, Carlos Raúl Villanueva, designer of the Central University in Caracas which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Catedral de Santo Tomás
The impressive colonial era cathedral is on the northeastern side of Plaza Bolívar. The construction dates from 1771 but was not completed until 1840. The cathedral is now fully restored to its original glory.
They offer free shuttles from/to the city.
An upmarket option with a lovely swimming pool, but the rooms can be noisy, especially at weekends.
By car
It's a long drive to Ciudad Bolivar but nonetheless the city is well-served by route 16 northeast to Anzoátegui and a fast highway to Puerto Ordaz and Ciudad Guayana.
By bus
There are buses from several cities including Caracas, Maracay, and Barinas (15 hours). Most buses go through Caracas.
If walking is not an option the best way to get around in the city is by taxi. Taxis are cheap in Venezuela. At night call for a taxi as it can be hard to find one on the streets.
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