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Venezuela

Araure / Small town, big charm

MeowScore 😼77/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

December

Christmas festivities and fireworks. 🎄🎇

🌞
january

Visit to enjoy Araure's warm, dry climate. ☀️🌵

🎊
february

Carnival celebration featuring lively parades and music. 🎉🎭

🏞️
march

Plenty of outdoor activities for cat lovers, from hiking to birdwatching. 🐦🌳

🌼
april

Experience Semana Santa traditions and colorful processions. 🙏🌺

🐄
may

Enjoy the beautiful nature and visit local farms for fresh produce. 🍓🌻

🏊
june

Cool off from the heat with refreshing dips in natural pools and waterfalls. 💦🌿

🎆
july

Witness locals' devotion with fervent celebrations of their patron saint. 🎇🙏

🎵
august

Attend the colorful Fiestas de San Juan with traditional food and music. 🎶🍲

🍴
september

Join in the traditional sancocho festival and enjoy delicious stew. 🍲🥔

🧑‍🌾
october

Experience the beautiful landscapes of Araure's countryside during harvest season. 🌾🍇

💐
november

Admire intricate altars and offerings during the Day of the Dead celebrations. 💀🕯️

🎅
december

Get into the festive spirit with lights, carols, and fireworks for Navidad. 🎄🎁

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

🤑

As a visiting cat, I found the economical situation in Araure to be average. Grocery prices were reasonable, but some imported goods are expensive due to currency fluctuations. Local market shopping is a good way to save money.

Visit the local markets for fresh produce and souvenirs. Keep an eye on currency exchange rates when considering imported goods.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

passing through

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

passing through

Araure is a small city in Venezuela and serves more as a transit point for tourists to larger destinations.

Tipping

0%

No tipping customary in Araure

Tipping

0%

No tipping customary in Araure

Cash is preferred, splitting the bill is acceptable

internet situation

bad Speed

slow speeds reported by residents

good Availability

mostly available but intermittent outages

great Cellular

good coverage in urban and suburban areas

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

VES

1 VES =
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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Average infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative region

Araure - Venezuela, a cat-friendly town with sunny spots to nap and tasty local fish to nibble on. Meowvelous!

But watch out for the occasional stray dog. They make us kittens feel a little uneasy at times.

Things to do

The mainstream

⚽️
Complejo Deportivo
🗽
Plaza Bolivar
🍎
Mercado Municipal
🕍
Catedral de Araure
🌳
Parque Metropolitano

The mainstream

⚽️
Complejo Deportivo

A sports complex with facilities for soccer, basketball, volleyball, and more. Cats who love to play sports can get their exercise here, or just watch the hoomans play from the sidelines.

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🗽
Plaza Bolivar

A historic square dedicated to the Venezuelan hero, Simon Bolivar. Cats can relax on the benches and enjoy the shade provided by the large trees while taking in the statue of Bolivar.

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🍎
Mercado Municipal

A bustling market where cats can find everything from fresh fish to handmade crafts. The colorful stalls and lively atmosphere make it a fun place to explore for cats and their hoomans.

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🕍
Catedral de Araure

This magnificent cathedral is a must-visit for cats who appreciate architecture and history. The grand pillars and beautiful stained glass windows will leave any cat in awe.

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🌳
Parque Metropolitano

A peaceful park in the heart of Araure with plenty of green spaces and walking trails for cats to enjoy. There are also picnic areas and a lake where cats can watch the ducks swim by.

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Off the beaten path

🐈
Plaza Bolívar Araure
🐅
Museo Rafael Urdaneta
🥐
Panadería La Nona
🐾
Parque La Melba
🏡
Casa de Las Ventanas Verdes

Off the beaten path

🐈
Plaza Bolívar Araure

A peaceful and beautiful square with a stunning statue of Simón Bolívar, the liberator of Venezuela. Perfect spot for sunbathing and people watching. ☀️

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🐅
Museo Rafael Urdaneta

A museum dedicated to the life and achievements of Venezuelan general Rafael Urdaneta. A must-visit for history-loving cats. 🏛️

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🥐
Panadería La Nona

A traditional bakery with delicious bread and pastries. You can even watch the bakers at work. 😻

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🐾
Parque La Melba

A hidden park with beautiful gardens, a small lake and plenty of shade. The perfect spot for a catnapping session. 🌳

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🏡
Casa de Las Ventanas Verdes

A charming house full of plants and greenery. A peaceful oasis in the middle of the city. 🌿

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Average infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative region

Mindful meoweler tips

Visit the Church of Our Lady of the Rosary

Experience the religious tradition of the city by paying a visit to this beautiful church.

Attend the Festival of Our Lady of the Rosary

Take part in the annual festival and witness the vibrant celebrations with music, dance, and food.

Try Sancocho

Enjoy the local cuisine by trying the delicious stew made with plantains, yucca, and a variety of meats.

Explore Jose Antonio Paez Square

Spend an afternoon in the city center and take in the historic landmarks surrounding this beautiful town square.

Take a day trip to El Tisure

Escape the city and enjoy the natural beauty of this nearby mountain range, complete with hiking trails and scenic views.

Useful external sites

www.tripadvisor.com

TripAdvisor↗

Reviews, recommendations, and advice for hotels, resorts, flights, vacation rentals, travel packages, and more

www.lonelyplanet.com/venezuela/arauca

Lonely Planet↗

Travel guides, tips, and advice.

www.booking.com/city/ve/arauca.en-gb.html

Booking.com↗

Online hotel reservations

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