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Located in the Occidental Region, Merida is called the Roof Of Venezuela at 6,870 feet above sea level (similar to Denver). The capital of the State of Merida, is the City of Merida, founded on October 9, 1558 by Juan Rodriguez Suarez, who named this city after his native city, Merida, Spain.
Merida has a highly developed tourism infrastructure, and features many shaded parks with colorful and carefully tended gardens and fountains. The religious commitment of Meridans is evident, and can be seen by the many church and religious buildings in the area.
You’ll enjoy the: monkeys, birds, snakes, turtles, bears, lions, tigers and other animals. You can take a city tour, visiting our museums, boulevards, squares and return again on your own, for a closer or longer look. If you want to relax and have an easy day, go for a walk, to the movie, or take a break in one of our coffee shops where you can enjoy a delicious cake with natural juice, or take a cappuccino with cookies. Or, visit one of our many ice cream parlors and try out a new flavor? Merida has many magazine stands where you can catch up on the news back home. |
A high percentage of our population are young people. Here in Merida is
one of the oldest institutions of higher learning. Founded in 1810, the University
of the Andes ( U.L.A ), is also one of largest Universities in
Venezuela. The student population is around 37,000. 
In town you’ll see our most famous plaza, Plaza Bolivar Square and the
Cathedral with its beautiful and majestic design. It was built from plans used to
construct the Toledo Cathedral in Spain, and originally built in the 17th. century.
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