Bustling Caracas 1

Caracas, Venezuela

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December 13th 2008
Day 1 (Saturday) - I only had a day in Caracas. My bus arrived after 6 and my bus to the border of Brasil was set to depart at 3:30. I was fortunate to spend the time I did have with my new friend Orla, who I had met on the bus the day before. The beginning of our day was one of baggage issues. I wanted to leave my big bag in the terminal but the baggage check worker never showed up. The woman in ... read more

South America » Venezuela » Capital » Caracas

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Venezuela was one of three countries that emerged from the collapse of Gran Colombia in 1830 (the others being Colombia and Ecuador). For most of the first half of the 20th century, Venezuela was ruled by generally benevolent military strongmen, who ... ... read more