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Santa Ana del Norte

The white church where Bolívar was confirmed Supreme Chief of the Republic.

Best time
Morning
Area
North coast
Duration
1 h

In this whitewashed church, plain and perfect, Simón Bolívar was confirmed Supreme Chief of the Republic in 1816. It is one of Venezuela’s founding places, in a quiet northern town with low painted houses and a shaded square. Half an hour to visit, and it stays with you.

  • Church
  • History
  • Crafts
  • Free
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