Geography
Venezuela is in South America, South America. Its listed coordinates are 8, -66; it has Brazil, Colombia, Guyana.
Neighboring countries: Brazil, Colombia, Guyana
South America
Venezuela
Venezuela is a country in South America. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Caracas
- Continent
- South America
- Region
- South America
- Population
- 28.5 million
- Area
- 916,445 km²
- Currency
- Venezuelan bolívar soberano (VES)
- Official language
- Spanish
- Calling code
- +58
- Internet TLD
- .ve
- Time zone
- UTC-04:00
Venezuela map preview: 8.00, -66.00
People and Culture
Venezuela uses Spanish in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Venezuela varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Venezuela is recorded with the official name Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Caracas
- South America cultural and historic sites
- South America map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Caracas
- Time zone data: UTC-04:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Venezuela is grouped under South America.
- Venezuela has a listed area of 916,445 km².
- Venezuela is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Venezuela
What is the capital of Venezuela?
The capital of Venezuela is Caracas.
What continent is Venezuela in?
Venezuela is in South America.
What currency does Venezuela use?
Venezuela uses the Venezuelan bolívar soberano.
What language is spoken in Venezuela?
Spanish is listed for Venezuela in this database.