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Caracas contains just one large mosque, called the Mosque Ibrahim Ibin Abdul Aziz Al-Ibrahim, or simply the Caracas Mosque. It was constructed fairly recently, in 1993. It was commissioned by Sheikh Ibrahim ibne Abdul Aziz, and architect Zuhe Fayez was credited with the design of the mosque. The mosque is the largest in all of Latin America, potentially housing around 3500 worshippers when full. The mosque is located in the Parque Central area, on Avenue Libertador.

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Masjid

Caracas contains just one large mosque, called the Mosque Ibrahim Ibin Abdul Aziz Al-Ibrahim, or simply the Caracas Mosque. It was constructed fairly recently, in 1993. It was commissioned by Sheikh Ibrahim ibne Abdul Aziz, and architect Zuhe Fayez was credited with the design of the mosque. The mosque is the largest in all of Latin America, potentially housing around 3500 worshippers when full. The mosque is located in the Parque Central area, on Avenue Libertador.

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Plaza Bolívar

Attraction

The main public square in Caracas, dedicated to the man whose relentless struggles bought the nation independence. The plaza is large open space used frequently by the citizens for public gatherings, political processions, open-air festivals and concerts, and as the starting point of numerous annual parades. The plaza contains impressive monuments, including statues of Bolivar, and is surrounded by government buildings and offices, all echoing with colonial architectural accents.

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What to do with Children in Tow

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Caracas loves children! Apart from the many family-oriented public parks, like the Parque del Este and the Parque Los Caobos, which offer countless hours of fun with the lush landscaping, the serene water bodies, the alluring all-year-round floral displays, and the regularly organized family activities, the city contains two large public zoos that are also a big hit with Caraqueño children.

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Museo Bolivariano

Attraction

Address: south of Plaza Bolívar Timings: Tuesdays to Fridays 9pm to 430pm, Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 4pm. Admission free A museum dedicated to the legendary independence hero Simon Bolivar. Situated in a renovated colonial style building, the Bolivar Museum contains exhibits with historic documents, formal dresses from Bolivar’s era, a collection of weapons used during the colonial wars, and a number of paintings from the political and personal life of Simon Bolivar.

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La Casa Natal de Simon Bolívar

Attraction

Address: between Esqs San Jacinto and Traposos Cathedral Phone: +28 212 541 2563 Timings: Tuesdays to Fridays 9am to 4pm, Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 430pm. Admission free of charge This is the birthplace of El Liberator Simón Bolívar, the most highly esteemed national hero in Venezuela. It has been restored as a national museum with the utmost attention to detail. Constructed originally as a colonial style mansion in the 17th century but starting to undergo significant degradation over the years, the house has been completely restored and now functions as a permanent exhibition space that depicts scenes from the life of Bolívar and his family, including classic living room furniture, formal attires, banners and weaponry, and full-wall paintings.

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Calvario Hill

Attraction

Address: Paseo El Calvario, Urbanización El Silencio, Caracas Timings: open daily 7am to 10pm Go for stroll though these lush gardens containing an enchanting chapel and a brilliant white stone arch, all of which were built to emulate the city of Paris. The park contains classical elements out of the gardens at Versailles, including delicate metalwork benches, gazebos, statues of eminent personalities, and fountains. Located on a hill overlooking the city, this is the ideal place to spend your last evening in the city as you sit back and take one last, lingering look at Caracas from above.

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Elliptic Hall

Attraction

Constructed in 1872, and having serviced many administrative departments since, including the Federal Court, the Legislative Court, and currently acting as the Seat of Congress, the Capitol Building, also known as the Elliptic Hall, is a stunning whitewashed building with golden domes that today contains some of the most important legislative documents and manuscripts of the Republic of Venezuela. Although visitors are not allowed inside, they can observe the building for its traces of rich colonial legacy in the elements and embellishment techniques used. The building is an authentic architectural marvel from the regime of the Spanish monarchy.

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Casa Amarilla

Attraction

Address: Centro, western edge of Plaza Bolívar Originally a prison cum sanitarium in the 17th century, Casa Amarilla is also known popularly as the Yellow House because of the shade of lemon yellow given to it after the country’s independence. Casa Amarilla is a treat to the eyes – or whatever you can catch of it today, as it is currently the Foreign Affairs office and visitors are generally not allowed inside. But get a glimpse of it as you pass the Plaza Bolívar, and you will see a very well-preserved example of a colonial manor with many small projecting balconies forming a rhythmic façade.

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Capilla de Santa Rosa de Lima

Attraction

Address: west of Concejo Municipal, south of Plaza Bolívar This chapel marks the exact location where Venezuela was declared as an independent sovereign state in 1811 – although it took 10 more years for this goal to be achieved. However, the chapel has been held in high reverence ever since, and has recently been restored with classic décor and furniture from Venezuela’s cultural past. Great photo ops inside!

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Panteón Nacional

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Address: north of Plaza Bolivar Timings: open daily (including holidays) Originally constructed as a majestic church, the National Pantheon was converted in 1874 to act as the last resting place for many of Venezuela’s prominent personalities, based on their outstanding achievements in fields of politics, warfare, social service, and education and science. The central, focal space within the pantheon is reserved for Simon Bolivar’s remains. The ceiling contains murals depicting scenes from Bolivar’s life. The body itself is contained within a sarcophagus of bronze housed within a polished marble niche, and the burial chamber reeks of immortal grandeur. More than a hundred other notable personalities are buried within the Pantheon, all the chambers designed with special attributes and elements that had significant symbolic meaning to the person buried within. Overall, the Pantheon is a genuine example of neo-colonial baroque style architecture, with pale pink paint, overly done columns, intricate arches, and grand cupola-topped towers.

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Teatro Nacional

Attraction

Also known as the Municipal Theatre, this public amenity is a splendid work of art in itself. Since its first live performance in 1881, an opera that received national recognition, the theatre has successfully continued to lure music and art lovers to its rather commendable performances. The interior is ornamented in tones of opulent luxury, with velvets and fine silks and an added sprinkle of gold. A large central dome over the performance area attempts to re-create the ambience of a 19th century opera performance. The theater usually has one or more ongoing shows throughout the year, and you are sure to catch one any time you drop by. Splurge on traditional Venezuelan and South American ballets, musicals, and operas. Tickets are quite reasonable, and they are seldom sold out to the full.

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Tarabish

Cuisine: Middle Eastern Address: Avenida Blandin, CC Mata de Coco, Chacao Phone: 212 266 9828

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Lebanon House

Cuisine: Lebanese Address: 1. Avenida Principal, C.C. Galero, Nivel P.B. Prados del Este. Padros del Este, Caracas3 Avenue, Los Palos Grandes 2. Nivel C-2. 1a. Etapa. C.C.C.T., Caracas Phone: 1. Tel: 212 976 3217 2. Tel: 212 740 4000

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Beirut

Cuisine: Lebanese Address: Salvador de Leo Socarro Centro, Caracas Phone: 212 545 9367

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Sahara

Cuisine: Middle Eastern Address: Avenida La Colina, C.C. Las Collinas, Los Samanes Phone: 212 944 3718

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Damasco

Cuisine: Middle Eastern Address: Calle Guaicaipuro, CC Metropolitano, Nivel Superior, Chacao district Phone: 212 266 6695

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Fenicia

Cuisine: Lebanese Address: 3 Avenue, Los Palos Grandes Phone: 212 285 9940 Timings: Daily 12noon to 11pm

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Kafta

Cuisine: Middle Eastern Address: Avenue Sur, Centro Phone: 212 860 4230 Timings: Mondays to Saturdays 11am to11pm

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Doña Caraotica

Cuisine: Local Address: Avenue Principal, Las Mercedes Phone: 212 993 0116 Timings: open 24 hours! A place to grab cheap but fulfilling arepas overflowing with meat, vegetable, fruit, or chicken fillings as per your taste, topped with an assortment of cheese types. You can also treat yourself to the variety of traditional soups, all spicy, all hot, and all oh-so-tasty. Specials on the menu include the mondongo stew (prepared with beef, served with sliced vegetables), and the favorite dish of the Caraqueños, the pabellon criollo, a serving of beef rice, topped with black beans. The service is polite and efficient, but may be a bit slow. However, the food is definitely worth the waiting time!

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La Nueve Casa de los Chinos

Cuisine: Chinese Address: Avenue Baralt, Centro Phone: 212 481 0741 Timings: Mondays to Saturdays 11am to 4pm, 7pm to 11pm A small, relatively undiscovered Chinese eatery tucked away in the heart of the Central downtown area, with no apparent indications nearby to guide you to its authentic Oriental offerings. A very simple seating arrangement, with minimal attention to the details of interior décor, but Szechuan and Cantonese dishes that would keep you wanting to revisit it every time you get the craving for a Chinese meal. Saffron rice, eggplant casseroles, steaming stews, and seafood smeared with the spiciest of sauces make this diner a favorite spot for the Chinese population of Caracas – a clear indication of the authenticity that this place offers!