Maracaibo
Maracaibo is a city in Venezuela's Zulia region.
Catholic jurisdiction: Latin — Archdiocese of Maracaibo
About Maracaibo
Maracaibo is located in the Zulia region of Venezuela, situated on the shores of Lake Maracaibo. The city is an important part of the region's administrative and geographic setting, with its proximity to the lake and surrounding landscape shaping its character.
Maracaibo is a notable city due to its rich history, cultural significance, and economic importance. It serves as a major commercial center and has a vibrant atmosphere, with its markets and trade activities contributing to its reputation as a thriving urban hub.
Maracaibo's civic information, including rules, fees, transport, and local services, is collected and verified by rules.city against official sources, providing a reliable resource for those looking for practical information about the city.
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Notable people from Maracaibo
Ranked by number of Wikipedia languages that have an article — a proxy for cross-cultural notability. Data: Wikidata.
Patricia Velásquezb. 1971Venezuelan actress
Rafael Urdaneta1788–1845Venezuelan General (1788-1845)- MMónica Spear1984–2014Venezuelan beauty pageant titleholder (1984–2014)
Yohandry Orozcob. 1991Venezuelan soccer player
Lupita Ferrerb. 1947Venezuelan actor
Édgar Peña Parrab. 1960Venezuelian Catholic prelate
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✈️ Airports
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🏛 City Hall
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• Courts & Judiciary
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🏥 Healthcare & Hospitals
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• Museums
Notable museums, galleries and exhibition halls — hours and descriptions.
⛪ Religious sites
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