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Ciudad Bolivar, the capital of the southeastern Bolivar State was founded in 1764. It was known by Angostura at that time. However, in 1846 it was renamed and bestowed its current name. The estimated population of the city is approximately 338, 250. While visiting the various tourist destinations in Venezuela, be sure to visit Ciudad Bolivar.

Location

Ciudad Bolivar, Venezuela is located at the point where the Orinoco River narrows to around 1.6 kilometers in width. At this point you will notice the first bridge that runs across the river.

Climate

The average temperature in Ciudad Bolivar, Venezuela ranges between 26°C and 30 °C. The city experiences periods of drought and rain that are variable. Sometimes the rainfall increases to an extent that the temperature increases, which in turn causes evaporation up to 1022mm annually. Owing to these high temperatures, many rivers are present here. You will find the large river Orinoco, as well as smaller rivers Marcela, Orocopiche, and La Candelaria here.

Transportation

There are various modes of transportation in Ciudad Bolivar, Venezuela. You can avail of buses, buseta (medium sized buses), microbus or colectivo, vans or minivans, Perrera, among others. The José Tomás de Heres Airport is located at the heart of the city.

Tourist Attractions

Sightseeing in Ciudad Bolivar, Venezuela is fun. There are innumerable tourist attractions in Ciudad Bolivar that you can visit.

• House of the Congress of Angostura
• Government Palace
• Jesús Soto Museum of Modern Art
• Ciudad Bolívar Cathedral
• Plaza Bolívar
• Piar house
• San Isidro Museum
• Old prison
• Parochial House