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Venezuela — silhouette, capital and facts
Venezuela is in South America and its capital is Caracas. With about 28 million people and 916,445 km², it ranks 32nd in area and 53rd in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Venezuela, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Caracas
- Continent
- South America
- Population
- about 28 million
- Area
- 916,445 km²
- Language
- Spanish
- Currency
- Digital bolívar
- Flag colors
- yellow, blue, red
Borders
Venezuela shares a land border with 3 countries: Colombia, Brazil, Guyana.
Fun facts about Venezuela
- Angel Falls, at 979 meters, is the world's tallest waterfall.
- At Lake Maracaibo, Catatumbo lightning lights up the sky on hundreds of nights each year.
- The name Venezuela, Little Venice, was reportedly given by explorers who saw stilt houses in 1499.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Venezuela?
The capital of Venezuela is Caracas.
Which continent is Venezuela in?
Venezuela is in South America.
Which countries border Venezuela?
Venezuela shares a land border with 3 countries: Colombia, Brazil, Guyana.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Venezuela?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Venezuela is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Venezuela?
Angel Falls, at 979 meters, is the world's tallest waterfall. At Lake Maracaibo, Catatumbo lightning lights up the sky on hundreds of nights each year. The name Venezuela, Little Venice, was reportedly given by explorers who saw stilt houses in 1499.
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