Venezuela is located on the northern tropical Caribbean coast of South America. It borders Brazil to the south, Guyana to the east, and Colombia to the west while the islands of Aruba, the Netherlands Antilles, and Trinidad and Tobago border its northern coast.

Venezuela is a country that is home to a wide variety of landscapes. In fact, when Christopher Columbus arrived on the Venezuelan coast in 1498, he was so enthralled that he referred to it as "Tierra de Gracia" or the "Land of Grace." Even today, the country is popularly referred to by this name.

A substantial part of the Andes mountain range passes through Venezuela. Pico Bolívar at 4,981 meters is the highest point in the country. These mountains provide ample opportunity for adventurous tourists to experience everything from trekking and hiking to paragliding and rafting. Tourists and locals alike partake in these activities to get the real feel of the country's beautiful wilderness.

The world's highest waterfall, the Angel Falls, is located in southern Venezuela. This is a must-see for all tourists. The sight of the water gushing down from several thousand feet is truly a sight to behold. It is possible to take a scenic flight or motorized canoe trips to the foot of Angel Falls.

The Orinoco River is the principal and most significant river of the country. It is also a star attraction for tourists as river sports have gained immense popularity in the region. Canyoning is an adventure sport that has lured many a tourist into abseiling from a height into narrow currents.

The local climate is tropical and hence is typically hot and humid whereas in the highlands it is generally more moderate. Tourists are advised to carry clothes that suit such climes.

The country, being a part of the developing countries of South America, is not very expensive and hence a vacation to Venezuela will fit most budgets.

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