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Colonia Tovar
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In the mountains around Caracas, this small tourist town at 1,800 meters above sea level, founded by Germans in the 19th century, recreates the atmosphere, traditions, culture, and architecture of a Bavarian village—so much so that it has become quite touristy.
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In the mountains around Caracas, this small tourist town at 1,800 meters above sea level, founded by Germans in the 19th century, recreates the atmosphere, traditions, culture, and architecture of a Bavarian village—so much so that it has become quite touristy.
Key Facts
- Type of place: village.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
- Location:
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- Local time: .
- Population: 21,000 inhabitants (2016).
- Area: 250 km².
- Altitude: 1,800 m.